Question 1

what are the testing options for herpes 2?  i've read about igg and igm, with questions around the reliability of igm antibody testing.  how soon can tests be performed?  i'm at 32 days post potential exposure, no outbreaks, but wondering if exposed?

Accepted Answer

Herpes: All these tests are within the 90th percentile in accuracy and can be done probably after 72 hours of exposure. Good Luck

Question 2

just been tested for herpes and currently on an antibiotic. since the herpes started i've been having troubles going to the bathroom. haven't pooped in 2 days and only peed once today. male 18 yrs old?

Accepted Answer

Constipation: Most antibiotics and antivirals cause diarrhea not constipation. You may be a little dehydrated as you are also having decreased urine output. Recommend increasing fluid and fiber intake. You may also want to take some probiotics.

Question 3

so when you get tested for herpes igm, does this test specifically test for heroes? it just antibodies? also, if it would be just antibodies, could there be another infection? does symptoms, observing lesions and positive igm make a diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

HSV infection: Herpes simplex virus infection is confirmed based on examination (small pustules or ulcers will be present) and culture. If you want to be sure, you can test for antibodies which are proteins produced specifically by your immune system against certain infections. Either way, Valtrex use is known to reduce transmission of HSV to others when used prophylactically.

Question 4

what does the herpes antibody test mean if someone is pos.

Accepted Answer

Virus in the body: If the antibody for HSV (1 or 2) is positive, it means the person was infected with the virus and the virus is in the persons nerves forever, even if there are no outward signs of an infection. The person can pass the virus to her/his contacts even if there is no sore or rash.

Question 5

is it possible to have herpes but never develop antibodies?

Accepted Answer

: This is quite common for HSV type 1; around a third of infected people have negative HSV1 antibody tests. Much more rarely for HSV2, but around 2-5% do not test positive for antibody. However, the absence of both symptoms (no recognized outbreak) and antibody is nearly 100% proof against being infected with HSV2.

Question 6

does having the herpes antibodies mean you still have herpes?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: Positive IGG antibodies only indicates previous but not active infection. Positive IGM antibodies is indicative of active infection.

Question 7

can you test positive for herpes antibodies if youve never had symptoms?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, latent HSV infection is common.

Question 8

how long does it take for my body to produce antibodies from herpes exposure?

Accepted Answer

2 weeks to 3 months: The response time varies and may take up to three months to turn positive. See this site for more info.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003352.htm.

Question 9

if positive for herpes antibodies can you tell if antibodies are recent or past?

Accepted Answer

If IgM-type is pos.: Herpes antibodies checked by the lab are sometimes listed as IgM or IgG antibodies. If IgM-type antibodies are positive, that means a recent infection. If IgM-type antibodies are negative, but the IgG-type are positive, that means a past infection... but we can't tell how long ago "past" is, because it varies among different people.

Question 10

what are the chances of giving my partner herpes if i have the herpes antibodies?

Accepted Answer

Herpes: Your partner almost certainly already has it, either from previously or from you.

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What are the testing options for herpes 2? i've read about igg and igm, with questions around the reliability of igm antibody testing. how soon can tests be performed? i'm at 32 days post potential exposure, no outbreaks, but wondering if exposed?

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Just been tested for herpes and currently on an antibiotic. since the herpes started i've been having troubles going to the bathroom. haven't pooped in 2 days and only peed once today. male 18 yrs old?

A member asked:

So when you get tested for herpes igm, does this test specifically test for heroes? it just antibodies? also, if it would be just antibodies, could there be another infection? does symptoms, observing lesions and positive igm make a diagnosis?

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What does the herpes antibody test mean if someone is pos.

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Is it possible to have herpes but never develop antibodies?

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Does having the herpes antibodies mean you still have herpes?

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Can you test positive for herpes antibodies if youve never had symptoms?

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How long does it take for my body to produce antibodies from herpes exposure?

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If positive for herpes antibodies can you tell if antibodies are recent or past?

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What are the chances of giving my partner herpes if i have the herpes antibodies?

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