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Hi i have been tested positive for hsv 2 but have never had symptoms i recently shaved my genitals and last night saw like two pimples that developed?

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

HSV: pimples are more likely folliculitis from shaving. HSV2 lesions present more like blisters.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/10/2017

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A member asked:

Hi i have been tested positive for hsv 2 but have never had symptoms i recently shaved my genitals and last night saw like two pimples that developed?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

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