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Canker sore or other type?
I am 21 years old. I have experienced unprotected oral sex last 2months. Now, there are 2 canker sores, the first one is in my lower lip opposite to my lower teeth gum, while the second one is located just across my first sore. The sores do not hurt when I eat or drink. It only hurts when I press it or I open my mouth wide. The sores are existing for 7 days now. Could this really be canker sores?
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There is often confusion between canker sores and cold sores. In a nutshell, canker sores are painful ulcers, or open sores. Canker sores are not considered to be contagious and are of uncertain origin.
Cold sores, on the other hand, are small red blisters that generally affect the mouth and facial areas, but usually appear on the lip and outer edge of the mouth. In contrast to canker sores, cold sores are extremely contagious.
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If it is canker sores it should go within a week or two. Otherwise you have to consult a doctor
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