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Hi If You Have Ghsv2 But Don T Have An
Question: Hi if you have ghsv2 but don't have an outbreak at the time of a smear test can your results come back normal or will they always be abnormal ?
Brief Answer:
No, not always abnormal
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Welcome To Ask A Doctor Service
I have gone through your question, I understand your concern.
Smear test will come positive only in case of current outbreak and when HSV2 virus infects the human cell.
And will not be abnormal continuously.
I hope your query is clear now.
Thanks and regards
Dr Diwashish biswas
No, not always abnormal
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Welcome To Ask A Doctor Service
I have gone through your question, I understand your concern.
Smear test will come positive only in case of current outbreak and when HSV2 virus infects the human cell.
And will not be abnormal continuously.
I hope your query is clear now.
Thanks and regards
Dr Diwashish biswas
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