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My hsv-1 igg showed high positive(22.5). but i never had any outbreaks or symptoms yet. so not sure its oral or genital. my wife is negative. should i need antivirals with prophylactics dose as preventative measure to suppress transmission to her?
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HSV is easily transmitted b/t partners, and it is certainly possible that the virus has already been acquired by both. If symptoms of outbreaks occur, an antiviral such as Valtrex may shorten the interval of sustained HSV ulcers/pain. See your primary care physician for a prescription.
Answered 4/25/2023
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