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Herpies how do ypu know if you have it?
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Get tested : It presents as blisters in the oral/mouth & lips or genital area -type 1 & 2 respectively , clinically one can suggest its herpes but an antibody blood test can confirm it. A positive test will confirm if you had past/ recent infection (igg / igm) antibodies respectively. However a negative test does not exclude or rule out that u had the infection . Consult with your dr for any concerns questions.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Herpes: The only true way to know if you have herpes is with a blood test. A good health care advisor may be able to identify lesions if they are present in an outbreak. But, all adults should have the herpes tests and know their status.
Answered 4/6/2013
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