A member asked:

Hsv2 blood test at 7 wks-neg. hsv.1 and 2 blood test at 15 wks.-both neg. i had some symptoms of it such as red bumps and itchiness in genital area. are these results reliable? do i not have herpes?

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YES: Testing is quite reliable. Protect yourself with the use of condoms.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Test unreliable: Blood test not 100% sensitive and may not detect early infection. Your symptoms consistent with herpes infection. Should consult a physician and if clinically looks like herpes, should get treatment.

Answered 5/3/2014

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