Herpes Prevention After Exposure- 102 Questions Answered

My father in law had rashes on stomach, we consulted Doc he said its herpes. Is it contigious, if yes how to prevent myself and my husband from the same as we all live in same house.

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Dr. Sandeep Gupta Dermatologist | Delhi

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I recently tested positive for HSV 1+2 IGM 1.28. But the IGG is below 0.50 and negative. My main concern is, before even waiting for the test results, a girl and me got involved in sexual contact. We had kissed a month back and she did not test positive for it few days back. So i have a few questions, as I care for her safety more than mine. And d

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Dr. Hargurpal Singh Brar General Physician | Faridkot

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Hello doctor I want to know after how long of exposure date I should get tested for herpes I mean when the herpes test will be conclusive?

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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

Asked for Male, 24 Years 556 Views v

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

After what time period genital herpes test can be done after exposure?and what is the test name? Please advice

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

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Do u have now....Do direct private online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos. ... 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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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

Got tested after 15 days of exposure for herpes and the report says negative is it conclusive? As it says 0.88 igm and after 0.88 I will test positive do I need a repeat?

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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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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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

I had an exposure (kissing and naked cuddling ) no penetration or oral . I tested 6 weeks after exposure Hsv 1and 2 igm 1.5 and Hsv 1and 2 igg 0.50 Then I checked again Hsv igg in one lab at 7 weeks it's just above positive line Then checked at 8 weeks in another lab it was negative well below the equivocal At 8 weeks I did western blot for i

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Dr. A Amin Homeopath Homoeopath | Kolkata

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I ve had exposure it was oral unprotected since then i ve worried about all possible things that can happen and now ive had irritation and pain down below ,sore throat, lump on neck dnt what is happening iam not able to test anything bcz iam on ship dnt knw what is happening,iam really scared

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Dr. Shikhar Tripathi Sexologist (Homeopathy) | Lucknow

Hello Practo User, use homoeopathic medications for your problem to get Instant and effective results.Its Curable, no need to worry about. Homoeopathic medicines plays Excellent role to treat Such pr ... 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

Asked for Male, 29 Years 522 Views v

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

I am suffering from herpes zoster. This is the 3rd time i got skin rashes. As i am treated 2 times before i am taking acyclovir tablets 800mg, 5 times a day .Is there any cure or prevention for me for herpes zoster. i m 34 so doctors are not recommending for vaccine. what i can do not for reappearance of zoster again. Help me out.with in a year i g

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Dr. Fiza Choudhary Dermatologist | Thane

Consult with pictures for more treatment options pertaining to your situation. ... Read More

Age 33 i am from hyderabad My nAme is rajesh when do herpes simplex virus test after sex how many days After exposure

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Dr. Yashwant Singh Dermatologist | Ghaziabad

It takes at-lest 3 month time to be positive ... Read More

My age 28 male candidate Herpes simplex virus 1 &2 positive person exposure after how many days go herpes simplex virus test

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Dr. Dhruv Mishra Dermatologist | Bhopal

Antigen tests can be performed as early as 1 day post exposure and antibody tests can be done post 3-4 weeks of exposure ... 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

Is it possible to have herpes and the reports are negative after 50 days of exposure? I did have blisters on penis my doc said it was herpes and treated me for the same I did not have any pain or burn Do I really have herpes? Please don't write consult Please answer I'm really confused

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Dr. Fayyaz A Sattar Sexologist | Mumbai

Better take a second opinion to avoid any issues and concerns later. ... Read More

I am previously vaccinated with abhayrub with 3 doses that is 2 months before and also I had a full course vaccination 12 years ago(I don't remember which company)… a sick dog sneezed in my face few days before and licked in my thumb by accident but there wasn't any cuts in my finger the dog now eats less and looks really sick… I am not

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Dr. Anuj Mothsra General Physician | Jhunjhunu

Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ... Read More

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

Asked for Male, 29 Years 995 Views v

Dr. Rayees Ahmad Wani Sexologist | Srinagar

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

When a herpes 1&2 IGG and IGM Elisa blood test is taken as conclusive after exposure. My reports are negative after 18 weeks or 4 months from the date of exposure. Can I take this as conclusive report and no need to test again

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Dr. Gunjan Saini Sexologist | Haridwar

Share me some more details about your exposure Call us ... Read More

Sir pls guide me 18 days from the exposure is sufficient for the herpes igg and igm blood test to detect the herpes

Asked for Male, 24 Years 962 Views v

Dr. Jagat Shah Homoeopath | Mumbai

Hi, incubation period of herpes is 2-12 days, so yes 18 days are sufficient. Send the reports once they are done so that we can start the treatment. ... Read More

Having exposure without protection with sex worker, this is a sign of herpes that I am showing in image , what is the window period of herpes?

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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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

Asked for Female, 25 Years 734 Views v

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

Suppose if am infected with herpes virus how many days it will take to exposure on the skin like gentical parts ( had sex without protection before 3 years with some man ) so is there any possibility that herpes virus will come now ? How to diagnose herpes virus and what are the tests we have to do??

Asked for Male, 22 Years 459 Views v

Dr. Ujjyani Sengupta Pawar General Physician | Mumbai

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult via whatsapp on nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven ze ... Read More

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

After exposure how much time herpes antibody take detect in blood ?? A negative report after 24 days without symptoms is true???

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Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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Does equivocal results (IgM) of genital herpes means it will be postive in future ? I hv given sample after 14-15 days of exposure!! Pls don't write consult I am already consulting a dr. In pratico !! I need ans.

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Dr. Satyan Nanal Sexologist | Pune

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Hi no exposure just went to spa taken massage and hand job ..no oral or anal ..for 1 year I m going ..now did all test are negative except herpes . No herpes symptoms . Really confuse . If I have herpes can I plan for children's as I m married

Asked for Male, 28 Years 417 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

What is the window period for herpes simplex virus 1 and 2 after exposure and conclusive test to be done on which day. Please reply answer don't ask for consultation.

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Dr. Fayyaz A Sattar Sexologist | Mumbai

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My father in law had rashes on stomach, we consulted Doc he said its herpes. Is it contigious, if yes how to prevent myself and my husband from the same as we all live in same house.

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Hello doctor I want to know after how long of exposure date I should get tested for herpes I mean when the herpes test will be conclusive?

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

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

After what time period genital herpes test can be done after exposure?and what is the test name? Please advice

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 ???

Got tested after 15 days of exposure for herpes and the report says negative is it conclusive? As it says 0.88 igm and after 0.88 I will test positive do I need a repeat?

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

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

I ve had exposure it was oral unprotected since then i ve worried about all possible things that can happen and now ive had irritation and pain down below ,sore throat, lump on neck dnt what is happening iam not able to test anything bcz iam on ship dnt knw what is happening,iam really scared

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

Age 33 i am from hyderabad My nAme is rajesh when do herpes simplex virus test after sex how many days After exposure

My age 28 male candidate Herpes simplex virus 1 &2 positive person exposure after how many days go herpes simplex virus test

Is it possible to have herpes and the reports are negative after 50 days of exposure? I did have blisters on penis my doc said it was herpes and treated me for the same I did not have any pain or burn Do I really have herpes? Please don't write consult Please answer I'm really confused

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

When a herpes 1&2 IGG and IGM Elisa blood test is taken as conclusive after exposure. My reports are negative after 18 weeks or 4 months from the date of exposure. Can I take this as conclusive report and no need to test again

Sir pls guide me 18 days from the exposure is sufficient for the herpes igg and igm blood test to detect the herpes

Having exposure without protection with sex worker, this is a sign of herpes that I am showing in image , what is the window period of herpes?

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

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

After exposure how much time herpes antibody take detect in blood ?? A negative report after 24 days without symptoms is true???

Does equivocal results (IgM) of genital herpes means it will be postive in future ? I hv given sample after 14-15 days of exposure!! Pls don't write consult I am already consulting a dr. In pratico !! I need ans.

Hi no exposure just went to spa taken massage and hand job ..no oral or anal ..for 1 year I m going ..now did all test are negative except herpes . No herpes symptoms . Really confuse . If I have herpes can I plan for children's as I m married

What is the window period for herpes simplex virus 1 and 2 after exposure and conclusive test to be done on which day. Please reply answer don't ask for consultation.

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