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Tongue HPV
Dear doctor , I have noticed this spots from years in my center of tongue am bit worried about tongue HPV History : I have participated in oral sex with a stranger I checked for all stds , All got negative results , Do I need to worry about this spots on my tongue is it Tongue HPV?
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Potential causes of tongue ulcers after oral sex Sexually transmitted infections (STIs): Oral Herpes (HSV): This is one of the most common causes. The herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), which typically causes cold sores, can be transmitted to the mouth during oral sex. HSV-2, usually associated with genital herpes, can also be transmitted to the mouth. Appearance: Red, swollen blisters on the tongue, lips, or mouth that progress into painful, yellowish ulcers. Sores can also appear on the roof of the mouth and throat. Syphilis: A syphilis chancre, a firm and often painless ulcer, can form on the lips, tongue, or inside the mouth, typically appearing 1 to 3 weeks after exposure. Appearance: Starts as a small red patch that grows into a larger, open sore. Gonorrhea: Oral gonorrhea can cause sores and inflammation in the throat, which may feel like a sore throat. Appearance: Symptoms are often mild but can include a painful or burning throat, swollen glands, and, rarely, white spots in the mouth. Human Papillomavirus (HPV): Low-risk strains of HPV can cause warts in the mouth or throat, though these are typically painless.  Trauma or friction: Friction: Vigorous orogenital contact can cause trauma or irritation to the tongue and the lingual frenum (the tissue connecting the tongue to the floor of the mouth). This can lead to a traumatic ulcer. Appearance: A sore at the site of the injury that should heal on its own if repeated irritation is avoided.  Other causes (not related to oral sex): Canker sores (Aphthous ulcers): These are common, non-contagious mouth ulcers. While the exact cause is unknown, they are often triggered by stress, minor injuries, vitamin deficiencies, or certain foods. Appearance: Small, painful, white or yellow ulcers with a red border. They are not caused by a virus and cannot be spread through oral sex.  When to see a doctor You should see a doctor or visit a sexual health clinic if you have a mouth sore after oral sex, especially if: The sore lasts for more than two weeks. You experience increasing pain or flu-like symptoms. You have concerns about potential STI exposure. A healthcare provider can perform a physical examination and may order tests to confirm a diagnosis and prescribe the appropriate treatment. 
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