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I have been having some rashes on my hand and chest and was wondering if it could be herpes or hiv. i tested + for herpes 1 and - for hiv after 32 day?
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Rash: Generalized heretic lesion tend to be red raised lesions with a pustular center. Generally isolated not in crops necessarily. As to HIV skin manifestation ms can be many most not primary as much as secondary to other agents. Should seek medical attention and get appropriate testing especially if high risk lifestyle.
Answered 6/10/2014
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