Conditions confused with the Herpes Virus

Listed below are conditions that are sometimes mistaken for herpes: Canker Sores (aphthous ulcers): Usually occur inside the mouth, are grey with a distinct edge and usually heal within 10 to 14 days without treatment. Bacterial or Yeast Infections: Sometimes confused with Genital Herpes, but does not usually produce blistering. Impetigo: A highly infectious bacterial disease, more common among children often producing crusty blisters. Syphilis: A bacterial infection, causes chancres sometimes mistaken for blisters caused by Genital Herpes. Unlike Genital Herpes, Syphilis does not usually produce a cluster of blisters, and it usually responds well to antibiotics. Molluscum Contagiosum (molluscum): Like the Herpes Virus, molluscum is a viral infection of the skin. Unlike Herpes, molluscum produces lesions that are raised, with a central dimple. If you suspect that you have a health problem please consult your doctor or other health care provider immediately. Genital herpes, and other conditions, should be diagnosed professionally.

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