Does an hsv-1 igg level of 15.9 indicate a rampant, active infection? and regardless, does it warrant anti-viral treatment? no external sores, but infection may be in cns as i have orthostatic intolerance.

Whoa: I appreciate your interest in medicine but you've got no reason to be frightened. Herpes involving the brain is not subtle -- you'd be obviously sick. Your high IgG level just means your body's good at responding to and remembering herpes. Different folks drop their blood pressure more or less as they stand up -- nobody understands why but it's trivial, and you're not dying of herpes.

Past infection: An IgG antibody to HSV-1 means that like most people, you got the infection some time ago. If you had HSV encephalitis, you would not be able to ask the question in HealthTap, For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. 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.