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I had an igg herpes test at 10 1/2 weeks and was negative doctor said see u next year is this accurate or should take another?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Not needed: I presume you don't have any herpetic lesion and thus there is no reason to get another test. However if you have a persistent rash with a negative herpes blood test (Herpes II), then a dermatology consult is in order.

Dr Phelan-adams and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/8/2015

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A member asked:

I had an igg herpes test at 10 1/2 weeks and was negative doctor said see u next year is this accurate or should take another?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

Dr Phelan-adams and another doctor agreed

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