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Interpretation of herpes simplex virus
As per my blood report, I am positive for HSV-2 IgG. The value is 30 Au/ml.
(A) Does this mean I have a recent infection ?
(B) Since I am infected my CBC count and Lymphocytes should be increased right? But they are normal as per my blood report.
(C) Is it possible to have HERPEs virus but still have normal WBC count in the blood?
(D) is it possible to be positive for HSV-2 IgG but negative for HSV-2 IgM and HSV-1 IgM/IgG?
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Yes it may normal. Ig G shows chronic infection. Not acute
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As per the values you have mentioned ,you had a recent infection.when you are infected with HSV , CBC counts may remain normal.
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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.
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Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy
Urologist
11 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
connect with a call for details discussion regarding the disease and it's management
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Rashmi Wadhwa
Cosmetologist
35 yrs exp
Delhi
Consult
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Dr. Rajbahadur Singh
General Physician
11 yrs exp
Hyderabad
A) previous infection
B) Not mandatory
C) yes
D) yes
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