A member asked:

My bf had a cold sore. 2 weeks later i tested pos for hsv1. after i knew he got tested after and tested neg. only been with him. how is that possible?

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Episodic...: The HSV group of viruses come and go. A healthy immune system is a good defense. You may consider a follow up test in about a year to determine if one is a chronic carrier of the virus.

Answered 6/17/2015

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