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What blood test should i do to see if i have herpes? i have a rough texture under my lower lip skin, i'm confused, can it just be a hormonal reaction?
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Herpes simplex: Without either culturing the ulcer or scraping the base and examining under a microscope for inclusion bodies in cells cannot tell what this is. A rough texture alone is very unlikely to be Herpes, although without seeing it, it is impossible to diagnose. Good luck.
Answered 9/29/2016
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Herpes tests: Hi. The blood test for Herpes is an antibody test for HSV1 and HSV2. For an acute infection, your doctor will know what to order. Herpes can also be diagnosed by a Tzanck test, where scraping from the lesion is stained and looked at in the microscope. Your doctor will know these tests. Good luck!
Answered 9/28/2016
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