Question 1

does having herpes means you are likely to have hpv too or is there no relation between the two? thanks!

Accepted Answer

Passed same way: The fact is all sexually transmitted diseases share a common issue.They are passed during sexual activity. A person can be infected with one or several at the same time and pass none or all at a given sexual encounter. Herpes is a different germ than HPV. Testing for STD's varies with those under consideration. No single test includes all at once.

Question 2

two small bumps on virgina itching excess cream/clear discharge rash and stinging. herpes or hpv?

Accepted Answer

Possibly herpes...: ..although more typically it causes a small ulcer(s) or open sore(s) rather than a bump. Stinging is certainly often present along with itching. Discharge +/-. HPV most often causes NO symptoms initially but may evolve into warts after a considerable amount of time. Your bumps may be vulvar cysts. The only way to know is to see you Doctor/OB/GYN for evaluation and necessary testing.

Question 3

is hpv caused by a type of herpes?

Accepted Answer

No.: The two types of viruses are completely different.

Question 4

how to know if i have herpes or hpv?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: Depending on symptoms and exposure history, examination and/or lab testing can give the answer. See your doctor. (This sounds like the same member asking the same question as before. Same answer!)

Question 5

are hpv and herpes conected/related?

Accepted Answer

NO, they are two: Different entities - herpes simplex virus ; human papilloma virus. Both can be transmitted sexually.

Question 6

how do you tell the difference in hpv and herpes?

Accepted Answer

Appearance: Herpes is a group of blisters. While hpv are small raised areas which must be treated because it will spread and be transmitted to your partners. Seek treatment early , since the more extensive the hpv, the harder it is totally eradicate.

Question 7

how do i know if i have herpes or hpv or something else?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: Depending on symptoms and exposure history, examination and/or lab testing can give the answer. See your doctor.

Question 8

what is worse and more dangerous, herpes or hpv? and why?

Accepted Answer

HPV causes cancer: HPV causes cancer.  Herpes does not.  However, very rarely, herpes can cause a quickly deteriorating brain infection called encephalitis.  That can lead to death.  So, it depends on the situation.  In summary, there is no safe sex.

Question 9

can hpv be painless? how do you know you may have herpes?

Accepted Answer

Herpes and HPV: HPV is always painless. (But maybe it's a typo and you mean HSV?) Herpes often is painless as well. You can have a strong clue you have herpes depending on symptoms, especially recurrent blisters or open sores, but best way to know is to have lab tests.

Question 10

how long is it supposed to it take for herpes to show up and hpv?

Accepted Answer

7-10 days and longer: Usually within 7-10 days following exposure to genital herpes a clinical response will occcure.  Human papilloma virus or genital warts can take quite a bit longer.

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Does having herpes means you are likely to have hpv too or is there no relation between the two? thanks!

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Two small bumps on virgina itching excess cream/clear discharge rash and stinging. herpes or hpv?

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Is hpv caused by a type of herpes?

A member asked:

How to know if i have herpes or hpv?

A member asked:

Are hpv and herpes conected/related?

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How do you tell the difference in hpv and herpes?

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How do i know if i have herpes or hpv or something else?

A member asked:

What is worse and more dangerous, herpes or hpv? and why?

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Can hpv be painless? how do you know you may have herpes?

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How long is it supposed to it take for herpes to show up and hpv?

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