I have a ulcer on the inside of my lip and was wondering if it could possibly be herpes or if it could be just a regular ulcer. It doesnt hurt or anything.
However, a few days before it I had sore lips and swollen gums, as well.
2007-03-14 07:56:23 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ STDs
It's possible. Cold sores usually affect the outside of the lips and the corners of the mouth though.
It's probably most likely a canker sore (ulcer). These can appear on a persons tongue, inside the lips and cheeks.
Have you ever been tested for herpes? If not, it wouldn't be a bad idea. It's just a simple blood test and you get the results back usually within a couple days.
Good luck!
2007-03-14 11:25:13 · answer #1 · answered by Alli 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-04-30 13:11:51 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-08-13 09:42:23 · answer #3 · answered by Katrina 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Herpes are on the outside of the mouth. Ulcers are on the inside of the mouth. It is a common misconception that you can get herpes on the inside of your mouth but I was told by more than one doctor that you can't. If you are doing unsafe activities it could be a symptom of an STD such as syphilis but if you are safe then I wouldn't worry too much about it. I hope this helps.
2007-03-14 09:16:51 · answer #4 · answered by usa_grl15 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
possibly but commonly, herpes is on the lips and outside the mouth, not inside. Most people confuse cold sores and ulcers. If it on inside, it is ulcer.
2007-03-14 08:14:52 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, you can get Herpes on the inside of your lip. You can get it on your inner cheeks and tongue as well. Most oral herpes lesions will hurt a bit if you touch them, but not always.
Oral herpes can be contracted in a number of ways, but most commonly through saliva (kiss, sharing a water glass, etc.).
2007-03-14 08:03:45 · answer #6 · answered by evrose 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"chilly sores" led to by way of Herpes (commonly form a million) ensue around the mouth yet in specific circumstances ensue on the gums or roof of the mouth. The sores commonly final 7-14 days. medical care may well be with topical lotions, with oral anti-viral drugs or Valtrex for herpes exterior the mouth. that's contagious and is triggered by way of stress, trauma, UV easy, or a weakened immune device.
2016-10-02 02:57:30 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well it could be just a sore...but I would go to the doctor and find out for sure.
2007-03-21 16:43:00 · answer #8 · answered by cutiebabe66048@sbcglobal.net 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it can be a fever blister. a cold sore or maybe a herpes sore. you can get it checked or wait a week and see if it passes. if it doesnt hav epuss or isnt sore your probably fine.
2007-03-14 09:01:40 · answer #9 · answered by Mrs.Vick 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
you might have some kind of infection in your mouth but if you do practice oral sex get checked out quick, wouldnt wanna pass it on.
2007-03-14 07:59:57 · answer #10 · answered by ya girl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋