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Is it possible to have first g-hsv outbreak 3 months after exposure to it? do lymph nodes in groin area swell during the first outbreak only or more?

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Dr. Rahil Malik answered

Yes: Upon exposure to the virus, it can go in latency period and manifest itself during times of stress. The worst outbreak is after a primary exposure and sometimes the groin lymph nodes may swell up due to the infection Take acyclovir to decrease severity of infection and duration

Dr Seibert and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 10/31/2015

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A member asked:

Is it possible to have first g-hsv outbreak 3 months after exposure to it? do lymph nodes in groin area swell during the first outbreak only or more?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rahil Malik answered

Dr Seibert and 5 doctors agreed

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