Question 1

is there such a thing as herpes complex?

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Herpes simplex: The name of the virus is herpes simplex. Type 1 usually causes cold sores on the lips. Type 2 usually causes genital herpes. However, herpes virus is an equal opportunity virus, so type 1 sometimes causes genital herpes, and type 2 sometimes ends up causing lip sores.

Question 2

what is hsv 1 an 2 specific ab igg with result 5.70 an which herpes complex is medication needed if no symptoms?

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Herpes: If you have herpes 1 and 2 you should have two test results, not just one. If there is one then something is wrong and it is impossible to guess which of these are truly positive.  I need more information.

Question 3

is herpes b complex a communicable?

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Herpes simplex: Herpes is typically described as a crop or cluster of vesicles. The vesicles usually have a clear fluid in the center of the bump and are painful or itchy.  They are most commonly on the lips or in the nose. It can also present in the genital region and it is contagious. See your dermatologist for proper diagnosis and management.

Question 4

what is herpes?

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Virus family: Herpes is a family of viruses characterized by small blister-like (vesicles) rash & by staying in the body until triggered again. Most common ones are herpes simplex i & ii which cause cold sores and genital sores. Chickenpox is a herpes virus that can reappear later in life as shingles. Epstein-barr & cytomegalovirus, roseola virus, & cause of kaposi's sarcoma are all herpes viruses.

Question 5

signs of herpes?

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Painful ulcers: Genital herpes is a viral infection that most commonly presents w/ painful sores or ulcers in the  genital area (boxer short distribution).  Outbreak can start as pain & itching.  There may be small red bumps or tiny white blisters. Some pts have pain w/ urinating, recurrent vaginal irritation, painful lymph nodes in groin, pain down leg. Inital outbreak may feel like flu. Sometimes no symptoms.

Question 6

is herpes serious?

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Not usually: Herpes simplex  when sexually transmitted to an otherwise healthy adult usually manifests as a group of burning or painful blisters.  The problem in these individuals is the high potential for reccurrence and it's contagious nature. 
Herpes simplex infections in those with a poor or compromised immune system  such as aids or neonates on the other hand can be very serious.

Question 7

can herpes be cured?

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No: Herpes simplex virus, like all members of this group of viruses, acts like a squatter.  Sets up shop in your body and remains there for the rest of your life, although you may never have symptoms.

Question 8

i think i have herpes

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Question 9

how did i get herpes?

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From someone else: You get herpes from someone else who has it.  Hsv-2 is usually transmitted sexually.  Hsv-1, the cause of cold sores, is often acquired earlier in life through close personal contact that isn't sexual.

Question 10

idk if i have herpes

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See your doctor: Get an exam and have a physician answer this question for you.  If you are having lesions now - it is the time to go!

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