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Asked a doc a ? she said that they test for herpes when your. pregnant..not true..they only test if they see an active breakout .so no

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Not clear: Some docs may check for herpes in certain situations, some may not. So ask your doctor what she means. If we wanted to hurt/lie to people for a living we all were smart enough to go to law school or be bankers (Joke!-sort of)

Answered 11/26/2014

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Correct: Testing for herpes during pregnancy is NOT a standard requirement set forth by the American College of Ob-Gyns. They may test you if you have an outbreak.

Answered 11/27/2014

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