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HELLO DR. I am 18 years old Virgin male.About 45 days ago. I've got a treatment of Molluscum Contagious using Electro cautery method.. After treatment for about 3 to 4 days.. Treated bumps were quite painful. But after that they started healing.. About 15 days after treatment New bumps appeared But this time they were swollen & extremely Itchy.

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Not to worry.. Probably it might have got septic.. Bacterial infection.... Please send photos for accurate diagnosis and treatment.. Consult for detailed information and prescription. ...  Read More

Tell me if its herpes or not. One doctor is saying yes nd one is saying no . What should I do? Its so confusing i

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Yea it is herpes and infected by herpesvirus infection Its not a serious complications. Take medicine and lotion its goes out ...  Read More

My mother is suffering from herpes can she get rid of it . Please suggest some treatment or medicine. she suffer alot due to herpes... Itching, skin burning, pain etc.

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Kindly consult online for proper treatment ...  Read More

I am attaching a photograph,is there anyone for gods sake who can tell me and examine it if its herpes or not. No burning sensation orregular itching as such.

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It's not herpes... for detailed information do direct online consultation ...  Read More

Dear sir Some of my relatives had suffered from herpes few months back and right he is feel well and her skin is as well but he is feeling pain under the skin so far ,when he is trying to do some hard work at the same time he is feeling pain under the skin

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suffering from post herpetic neuralgia.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, for accurate diagnosis and ...  Read More

Does herpes cause balanitis. Treated for herpes but have balanitis now Is it because of herpes?? Waiting for your reply

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No... Both are different... Take proper counseling to clear all ur doubts.. To get rid of this problem without any side effects ...  Read More

I am a 42 year old male. I am allergic to dust since childhood. I have now come up with these boils on my skin since a month. And they increase when I am exposed to a lot of dust while traveling. Can dust allergy happen on skin? How do I treat dust allergy on skin?

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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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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

Is there any other cure for Herpes which can be done at home rather than going to a skin specialist?

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It shall subside on its own with time ...  Read More

I am 26 year old boy. Whenever I am back from office, and I change my clothes, I get this lot of itching on skin all over body. But when I check I don’t see any rash. What kind of disease is this itchy skin without rash? Can it be something major to worry about? what can help to treat it?

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You are suffering from allergic dermatitis.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consul ...  Read More

Hello! Does the bump on my upper lip look like herpes? Please note - I am not looking for any treatment, just want to know if it looks like herpes.

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ...  Read More

I am sending pics. Please suggest is this reaction possible due to herpes virus. This herpes virus issues i am having previous also

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ...  Read More

Hi doctors , I was diagnosed with genital warts on June 2025 and got treatment and cleared it Around august 2025 , till now ( july 2026) I'm warts free , the treatment I took is " electric cautery" , also i completed two doses of hpv gardasil 9 vaccination and third dose is scheduled on September 2026 , I'm planning to get married on the same month

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Based on the history you have provided, the overall outlook is reassuring. You were diagnosed with genital warts in June 2025, treated with electrocautery, and have remained free of new warts for near ...  Read More

Sir pls help I m getting depressed due to this condition herpes labialis Please help Help pls pls pls

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ...  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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Kindly share your detailed reports basis which we’ll be in a better position to guide and assist you further. ...  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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I have some kind of pain on the right side of this finger. Some yellow colour fuss is formed on the right side. What may be the reason and how can i treat this?

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Unable to see the pic as its not clear. Anyway Hot fomentation with boric powder two times press it although its paining so pus comes out. Tab zerodol sp three times a day after food for 3to5 day ...  Read More

My test results came hsv igm positive 1.5 igg negative 0.5 . I have no sores or blisters . How trustable is the igm. I have not had sexual contact with anybody in life . I have just kissed a stranger in a club a month back .should I redo in another lab or check any other test . Also I had yeast infection for 2 weeks now . I just had burning in uri

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Very unlikely take proper knowledge and counseling advice medication work better than only medication alone will guide you through online private chat or call (eight two zero eight six zero six six ni ...  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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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 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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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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Consult with pictures for more treatment options pertaining to your situation. ...  Read More

Hello so I was clinically diagnosed with genital herpes and treated for the same It was gone after that But 45 days after the medication I went for another test It was negative After 60 days hsv 1 igg was positive (2.56) range The doc told me it's negative only because it is low positive I went for another test at a different lab It showed tha

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No problem in marriage... Repeat the test from a reputed ab.. ...  Read More

I was clinically diagnosed with herpes and treated for the same. Got tested negative after 5 months for herpes igg igm test but still have some symptoms Is it herpes or something else because my tests are negative Please reply I'm very very worried

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It can be something else, also residual symptoms last long ...  Read More

I was clinically diagnosed with herpes 2 months ago. My doctor treated me for the same and it was healed 80 percent I got tested after 45 days of my infection But the tests came negative . I went to another doctor who said it was not herpes but balanitis though I went after the course of herpes Since 2 days I'm having pain in the penis head and

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No pain in fungal infection, but in viral infections ...  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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Its negative... Please share pictures of the affected area so that I can analyze the problem and give you proper solution.. ...  Read More

Hi doc, I had a boil on my side thigh a week ago and I gave warm compress to it for four days and it drained and dried but l can feel a hard lump under skin. Plz find attached pic of it. Is it normal? Thanks in advance

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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

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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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

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

Hey if I have been treated for herpes and If I have sex with someone who doesn't have hiv when there is an outbreak of herpes without a condom will I get hiv Will I get hiv?

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I understand your concern, kindly make an appointment so it can be discussed ...  Read More

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