Are Herpes Lesions Painful- 218 Questions Answered

Lesion on left leg gets painful on touching and painless in 2-3 days from last 5-6 years

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Dr. Sujit Shanshanwal Dermatologist | Mumbai

The lesions you are describing are commonly seen in livedoid vasculitis and they heal with whitish atrophic scars (atrophie blanche). However, without examination it would be diffucult to accurately c ... Read More

Erythematous lesion on palate since last 6 months that is painful now it is spreading to other sites too..

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Dr. Shailendra Jha Dentist | Bangalore

Definitely need to visit a dentist soon ... Read More

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Lesion on my left leg.it pain and swallow for 4-5days and then becomes painless. This problem is from 4-5 years ago

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Dr. Jasdeep Kaur Malhotra Dermatologist | Delhi

Hi... SIR u may need dermatologist opinion.. If some disease is persisting from4-5 yrs means u may need some investigation n treatment accordingly ... Read More

Lesions on fingers (facing palm side). They are increasing and are painful. Started some 4 months back as one, but now increasing from past 1 month

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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You are suffering from palmar warts.. Medicine available for good improvement......Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription. ... Read More

She is suffering from herpes with pain in that area since 2 days. There's a dark red patche with small blisters on the neck

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Dr. Veman Enthangi Dermatologist | Hyderabad

We need pictures and history for diagnosis and treatment. We are Available online. Consult us detailed discussion and prescription. ... Read More

Lesion pain and swallow for few days and gets normal. Problem starts from 4-5 years ago.

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Dr. Sandeep Nayak Oncologist | Bangalore

It could be because of many factors. Please consult a ENT doctor and a gastroenterologist. Need to evaluate what is causing this ... Read More

I have this every year around this time ...it is hard and painful...is this herpes or something else..if yes what is the treatment... please help

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Dr. Maninderjit Singh Dermatologist | Fatehgarh Sahib

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This could be herpes. Is there appearance of fluid filled blisters in the starting? Consult online for treatment ... Read More

I have some lesions on balls which are not healing from 1-1•5 years.I had tested positive for Herpes some years ago.

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Dr. Jyoti Arora Monga Ayurveda | Delhi

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You are advised please consult a VD specialist/Skin specialist ... Read More

I have been tested both herpes igm and igg positive last month.. Took 7 days of Acyclovir Now got this on penis Not painful White in color Is it due to herpes or something else

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Dr. Ajay Pal Singh Sexologist | Delhi

Infection... When was ur exposure?? Have u got all std panels tests done or just herpes?? Please share your reports with me so that I can analyze the problem and give you proper solution to get rid of ... Read More

Itchy and painful. Should i get it swabbed to check for herpes? I have always used condoms but I had a high risk encounter

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Dr. Ramesh Maheshwari Sexologist | Pune

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I am 37 weeks pregnant and have a cold sore (herpes simplex) above my lip. Lesion is very small.I am using acyclovir ointment. Will this affect normal delivery? Is there any risk to my baby? Do I need oral tablets or is ointment enough?

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Dr. Pushpa Gour Gynecologist | Bhopal

It will not affect normal delivery. Oral medicine is also safe in pregnancy. ... Read More

Hi having these lesions on skin: on neck and around waist. Can someone please diagnose what lesions these are. Image attached

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have got 2.82 on IgM herpes and 0.6 on IgG herpes from dr Pathlabs. Do I have herpes? I am experiencing cough with sputum and tiredness and as of now no blisters or swollen lymphs. Tiredness and cough.

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Dr. Fayyaz A Sattar Sexologist | Mumbai

Kindly share your detailed reports basis which we’ll be in a better position to guide and assist you further. ... Read More

Herpes simplex virus, HSV(1+2) Igg index value is 0.50 and Igm value is 0.70 two years after exposure,is i am safe?? Or need further testing

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Dr. Mohammed Shibil T P General Practitioner | Ernakulam

Based on your results: You are negative for HSV-1 and HSV-2. You do not need further testing unless you develop symptoms or have a new exposure. ... Read More

Herpes zoster rash on my mother's waist, it is starting to dry but still very painful. How long does it take to dry and heal properly and what precautions need to be taken?

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Dr. Shaik Mohammed Obeidullah Dermatologist | Bangalore

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To diagnose ur skin condition proper history, clinical images are required. Please do consult online, so that i can diagnose it correctly and provide treatment appropriately. ... Read More

Hello I had got myself tested for herpes After 28 days Igm-0.50 Igg-0.30 After 45 days Igm-0.30 Igg- 0.54 Is it negative Why is it increasing Was clinically diagnosed with herpes but tests suggest otherwise Waiting for your reply

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Dr. Ajay Pal Singh Sexologist | Delhi

Its negative... Please share pictures of the affected area so that I can analyze the problem and give you proper solution.. ... Read More

Hey I was clinically diagnosed with herpes and treated for the same 2 weeks after the medication I went for igg igm test which was negative 2 months after the suspected exposure I had again for the test which was negative again but redness is still there and I feel there are some spots too . Is it herpes or a fungal infection? Waiting for your r

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Without seeing can't diagnose..... for accurate diagnosis and treatment do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

Can I go for the PCR Quantitative Test for herpes after 3 weeks of completing my antiviral medication. Will it affect my test Waiting for your reply

Asked for Male, 29 Years 206 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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After contact what is the best time to get tested for herpes and does taking antibiotics affect the test .

Asked for Male, 29 Years 1136 Views v

Dr. Rayees Ahmad Wani Neuropsychiatrist | Srinagar

2 week's after exposure. It doesn't affect. ... Read More

My doctor recently diagnosed me with oral herpes in oral mucosa,I've burning sensation too,and I'm having lesion since last 1.5 months,my partner has herpes since he was a child,I'm worried about it,is oral herpes in mucosa serious,how often will it reoccur..?

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Dr. Chirag Yashlaha ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Indore

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My dermatologist diagnosed me with oral herpes simplex recently,I've lesion in oral mucosa,my partner has herpes outbreak sometimes,should i be worried about it..how often can it reoccur

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Dr. Mohd Abrar Sexologist | Srinagar

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Take treatment and it will recur if ur body immunity is low so eay healthy ... Read More

18 days from the exposure herpes igm test .43 value is , is confirmatory or re test is required if required then how many days after

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Dr. Jagat Shah Homoeopath | Mumbai

Values are high thus positive. Treatment should be started as soon as possible. ... Read More

After 18 days of exposure my herpes IGM value is .43, this test is conclusive or test is required, sir pls help me with the same

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Dr. Ravi Shankar Dermatologist | Deoghar

Look IgM denotes acute infection which means within 2-4 weeks of exposure , and it’s value for positivity must be >0.9 … what is ur concern are u having lesions? ... Read More

Sonography report - well defined hyperchoic lesion in the subcutaneous region of left lower back with no significant internal vascularity - likely lipoma Underlaying/adjecent muscle appear normal. No evidence of collection My question : This swelling is painful when touch ! Can this lesion can be cancerous?? I have this swelling from last one y

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Dr. A K Tiwari General Surgeon | New Delhi

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Hi Practo user , The lesion that you have mentioned after undergoing sonography requires surgical intervention in following scenario: 1) if it’s painful 2) Hampering daily routine activity 3) for ... Read More

Suppose If I am infected with herpes virus. How many days does it take to exposure on skin on genetical parts ( I had sex before 3 years without any protection with some man is there any possibility to have herpes now ) what tests help to diagnose herpes ???

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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Actually had unproctected sex 4 years ago with some man can I get herpes now ? Is there any tests to diagnose herpes ???

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Dr. Anmol Kudal General Physician | Nashik

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No can't get now ... Read More

Recently my HSV1 came positive How do i know the site of lesion of herpes? How can i stop the transmission to my partner? And how do i differentiate between an acne and herpetic lesion?

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Dr. Yashwant Singh Dermatologist | Ghaziabad

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To know the site of infection you have to visit . To avoid infection to partner avoid intercourse at time of viral searing ... Read More

Hello, I have these lesions inside my cheeck and these are there from a few months they burn sometimes and the burning stops. A doctor suggested it's oral lichen plants. Need a second opinion. Herpes is negative. All the blood reports are negative.

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Dr. Shivanu Mathon Dermatologist | Ludhiana

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Sir i had an unprotected sex and after 50days i took hsv1and2 igg and igm test. Igm Is 0.44 and igg is <0.5. Both came negative. I got fever and almost all the symptoms of hsv 1and2. I have blisters on lips and on penis corona. Am confused whether I have herpes or not. Is dna pcr (,blood) for herpes is accurate? Or swab test? Plz help sir. Discl

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Dr. Tarun Arya Sexologist | Jhansi

Kindly take proper consultation ... Read More

Is it herpes? But my HSV test igg igm came negative today. History of exposure 14 days back. No pain no itching Thank you in advance

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Lesion on my left leg.it pain and swallow for 4-5days and then becomes painless. This problem is from 4-5 years ago

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Lesion pain and swallow for few days and gets normal. Problem starts from 4-5 years ago.

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Hello I had got myself tested for herpes After 28 days Igm-0.50 Igg-0.30 After 45 days Igm-0.30 Igg- 0.54 Is it negative Why is it increasing Was clinically diagnosed with herpes but tests suggest otherwise Waiting for your reply

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My doctor recently diagnosed me with oral herpes in oral mucosa,I've burning sensation too,and I'm having lesion since last 1.5 months,my partner has herpes since he was a child,I'm worried about it,is oral herpes in mucosa serious,how often will it reoccur..?

My dermatologist diagnosed me with oral herpes simplex recently,I've lesion in oral mucosa,my partner has herpes outbreak sometimes,should i be worried about it..how often can it reoccur

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After 18 days of exposure my herpes IGM value is .43, this test is conclusive or test is required, sir pls help me with the same

Suppose If I am infected with herpes virus. How many days does it take to exposure on skin on genetical parts ( I had sex before 3 years without any protection with some man is there any possibility to have herpes now ) what tests help to diagnose herpes ???

Actually had unproctected sex 4 years ago with some man can I get herpes now ? Is there any tests to diagnose herpes ???

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Is it herpes? But my HSV test igg igm came negative today. History of exposure 14 days back. No pain no itching Thank you in advance

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