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Could genital herpes be causing the breakouts on my torso, in my mouth, and around my genital and anal areas?

Related Topics: Acne, Genital Herpes, Anus, Torso, Mouth
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Herpes doesn't travel around your body like that. Certainly the genital and anal areas could be herpes, but I would be very surprised if those on your torso are herpes. If you wonder more, you should have them swab tested when they appear. Also, herpes doesn't usually recur in the mouth, but rather on the outside of the mouth. Sores in the mouth are more often canker sores, not caused by herpes virus.

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