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Possible to have psychosomatic symptoms of hsv? had ++ tingling in genital, thighs, abdominal pressure, discharge, no blister. blood test neg after 3 mos.

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Dr. Ravi Chand answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Fear: Fear can induce many somatic symptoms. But any constellation of symptoms further causes need to be ruled out before attributing them to psychosomatic.

Dr Baez agreed

Answered 8/20/2013

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Dr. Debra Atkins answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Maybe: You could have hsv and your bloodwork is negative. You need to go to health provider for more of a work-up. Good luck.

Dr Baez agreed

Answered 2/4/2016

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A member asked:

Possible to have psychosomatic symptoms of hsv? had ++ tingling in genital, thighs, abdominal pressure, discharge, no blister. blood test neg after 3 mos.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ravi Chand answered

Dr Baez agreed

Dr. Debra Atkins answered

Dr Baez agreed

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