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What does herpes on the face look like

I started to itch since December 24 and a doctor has said could be herpes . I have had my girlfriend for. A past year we have had countless unprotected sex. This time does this look like herpes or is it dermatitis? I have tested negative for syphillis. First picture is the cut I had at beginning after it was itching. Second picture is after 3 days.

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My son is 4.5 months old. He looks at objects like curtain and toys but not faces. When we come in front on it to block other objects and look at our face then also he ignores and stare somewhere else. Is it normal? By when will he start looking at faces ?What should be done ?

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Hii at this age your son should have eye contact with mother along with some other developmental milestones. Book a consultation for detailed history and examination session. ...  Read More

My mother is suffering from herpes: she had pimples under breast and on back side. skin specialist suggested acyclovir cream and capsules . now pimples are fine from outside but she has pain inside and cant do any type of work. what medicine you suggest

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She requires strong pain killers as she is having a condition called post herpetic neuralgia. She can take Paracetmol or even Diclofenac tablets and apply capsaicin ointments ...  Read More

Recently iam recovered from herpes on face. Dr gave me Acivir ointment fir herpes. Now blackish color marks/scars are still there on face.( but no itchiness ). pls suggest any remedies or medicine to remove these scars.

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Hello dear. You have residual PIH on the face. Kindly consult online for proper treatment ...  Read More

A month and some days ago my mother suffered from herpes type 1. She had pimples under breast and on back side and also suffering from sharp pain. Skin specialist suggest acyclovir cream and capsules 5 times a day and some pain killer like diclofenic pottasium... she felt better but from few days she again feeling sharp pain in that area. She cant

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Yes..She is 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 di ...  Read More

Can herpes virus 1 be cured, it is only on my face, how to treat it permanently, suggest different ways like allopathy, herbal and homeopathic

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No.. For details do direct online consultation for detailed information ...  Read More

Got infected by herpes 1 and half month ago on left face, It is better now and on going treatment from neurologist is going on. But there is sudden high pain some times on that portion and teeths what to do next

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Hello mam.. Your symptoms could be due to Post Herpetic Neuralgia...U require appropriate medications for that, which can be prescribed by Neurophysician..You can report ur symptoms to him and get tre ...  Read More

I was suffering from herpes zooster now its ok but its left the scars on my face and its looking very bad how does the scars will go.

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hello der don worry calamine lotion can be used for further evaluation and treatment consult dermatologist. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, We got to know that my mom has got herpes. Outbreak is almost over now, swelling and blisters are all reduced but she is still getting severe headaches. Also she is now getting crawling and itching sensation on all the infected areas. She is on acyclovir medicine for almost 20days now, headaches are back if she stops taking the pil

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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

There is pimples on face and it's create much of acne on face and it's look very dirty so plese help me to solve my problem and my face is not glowing

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Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and sweets increase it.. Treatment d ...  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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Looking for a non side effect medicine for a long lasting conjugal intimation such tablets. Is Edon-D / Sildenafil-100 or others safe to consume? Looking for suggestions.

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Dear Practo User, Consuming Sidenafil and all have many side effects. This may give you temporary satisfaction but may impact your future sexual life. It seems to me that you have been indulged in ...  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

Hi I noticed my face has gotten thinner and longer with cheek plump gone.. my body weight is stable and i maintain a healthy diet but have some work stress and habit of late sleep. Pls suggest if I can try any otc supplement/habit or blood work before seeing a physician? I had a couple of times mouth sores- buccal mucosa off late and some dental lo

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Get you complete blood count, iron profile, s. Vit B12 done ...  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

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

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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Hello if the reports of herpes are negative after 90 days but I have symptoms do I still have herpes? What is the most conclusive test for herpes Waiting for your reply

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Please share your reports with me so that I can analyze the problem and give you proper solution.. Have u performed hsv 1/2 igg and igm test?? Take proper counseling to clear all ur doubts.. Please sh ...  Read More

I am suffering from a Herpes Simplex Virus It reappeared 2-3 times on my face at a similar point. Why does this virus occur, what are the reasons for this virus and what are the precautions I need to take for this virus.

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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

I went to meet a baby 1 year old...i was having a herpes labialis sore...on my lower lip...i carried the baby and made her sleep on my lap..i didn't kiss her or touched her face ..i just touched her body ..can the baby get herpes from me?

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My face and neck look darker than the rest of the body. Is this a medical condition, I don't go out in the sun a lot

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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

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

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

I've been recently diagnosed with oral herpes in oral mucosa, can it affect pregnancy..? Is oral herpes serious..?

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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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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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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

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