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Hello, I Was Diagnosed With HSV-2 Two Years Ago, But
Question: Hello,
I was diagnosed with HSV-2 two years ago, but i have never had any sores, outbreaks or anything. I know it can lie dormant for years, but I’ve never had a symptom. Also, I was only blood tested and they didn’t take a swab. Should I get retested to see if it was a false positive?
I was diagnosed with HSV-2 two years ago, but i have never had any sores, outbreaks or anything. I know it can lie dormant for years, but I’ve never had a symptom. Also, I was only blood tested and they didn’t take a swab. Should I get retested to see if it was a false positive?
Brief Answer:
The blood test is very accurate in detecting herpes, no need for a swab test
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to 'Ask A Doctor' service.
I have gone through your query and understand your concern.
A blood test is 100 percent accurate in detecting a herpes infection.
In your case, the infection must have been subclinical.
That’s why you didn’t develop any blisters and erosions.
I don’t think there is any need to go for the swab test.
Regards
Dr. Asmeet
The blood test is very accurate in detecting herpes, no need for a swab test
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to 'Ask A Doctor' service.
I have gone through your query and understand your concern.
A blood test is 100 percent accurate in detecting a herpes infection.
In your case, the infection must have been subclinical.
That’s why you didn’t develop any blisters and erosions.
I don’t think there is any need to go for the swab test.
Regards
Dr. Asmeet
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