Question 1

had hsv dna pcr test with csf?  negative.  also had hsv 1/2 antibody (igm), ifa with reflex to titer, csf. negative. can i still have hsv 1 or 2?

Accepted Answer

No HSV in CNS: With these tests, you're obviously under a doctor's care, maybe including an infectious diseases specialist or neurologist. They can answer these questions best. But these results effectively rule out HSV infection of your central nervous system. Something else is causing the problem. That said, the HSV IgM test is notoriously unreliable. You probably also had an IgG test, probably negative.

Question 2

what are the symptoms for csf?

Accepted Answer

CSF: CSF is fluid around your brain and spinal cord. What do you really want to ask?

Question 3

how can i ease the pain from hsv ii?

Accepted Answer

Several choices: The blisters from hsvii can be very painful. There are both oral medications as well as medications available to place on the lesions to ease the pain but nearly all require a prescription.

Question 4

what is considered low risk for contracting hsv 1 and 2?

Accepted Answer

Herpes simplex virus: Over 85% of the adult population has gotten infected with this virus, and it is very difficult to prevent unless you have had no contact with other humans.

Question 5

can hsv 1 become hsv 2?

Accepted Answer

No,: type would not change, other than a new exposure/infection.

Question 6

what antibiotics cure hsv??

Accepted Answer

HSV: I assume you mean Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). Antibiotics are not effective against viruses in general.  You will need an appropriate antiviral medication prescribed by your doctor in order to be able to cure HSV.

Question 7

hsv-2 dna   can i have baby?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You have to watch for an outbreak around the time of delivery and take Acyclovir if this is suspected, but yes you can have a baby!

Question 8

can valtrex alter hsv tests?

Accepted Answer

Which tests?: Valtrex may temporarily suppress viral culture results, but antibody tests would not be affected.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 9

does hsv make your lips swell?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Like any other infection, swelling and inflammation will accompany the typical initial blister formation followed by crusting.

Question 10

what exactly is csf rhinorrhea?

Accepted Answer

A leaky brain : A CSF rhinorrhea occurs if there is an opening of the brain covering (dura) & the thin bone separating the nose from the base of the brain. This allows the sppinal fluid to leak into the nose.It is significant in revealing an open portal for nasal germs to get into the opening and cause repeated episodes of meningitis.

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Had hsv dna pcr test with csf? negative. also had hsv 1/2 antibody (igm), ifa with reflex to titer, csf. negative. can i still have hsv 1 or 2?

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What are the symptoms for csf?

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How can i ease the pain from hsv ii?

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Can hsv 1 become hsv 2?

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What antibiotics cure hsv??

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Hsv-2 dna can i have baby?

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What exactly is csf rhinorrhea?

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