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What are the most common symptoms of a baby being born with hsv 2?

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Dr. Brad Douglas answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Mother having HSV: Mother has active hsv if you have more questions - please ask.

Answered 2/28/2014

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So a little over two weeks after my son was born, I noticed that he had two pimples on his private area. But it happened once. He didnt seem bothered by it. I have hsv 1, and I dont want him to have it? Doctor never confirmed what it was?

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