Body · Pattern guide
Genital sore or unusual discharge
A genital sore, blister or unusual discharge needs private, non-judgemental clinical assessment and testing. Guidance, not a diagnosis.
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Signs
an unusual discharge from the vagina, penis or anusa blister, sore or ulcer around the genitals or anuspain or burning when passing urinea recent sexual-health concern or a partner with symptoms
What may help
Options
confidential sexual-health assessmenttesting to identify the causeavoid sex without a condom until assessed
When to get help
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Arrange a confidential sexual-health or clinician assessment and testing promptly. Symptoms alone cannot identify the cause, and many infections cause no symptoms. Fever, severe lower-abdominal or pelvic pain, or sudden severe testicular pain or swelling needs same-day urgent care.
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