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HSV, or herpes simplex virus, is a virus that has two types. Type 1 causes "cold sores" or sores around the mouth, while Type 2 causes genital herpes.

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24 year experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Is a type of:

Herpes virus infections • Sexually transmitted diseases • Viral skin diseases • Mouth disorders

How long it usually lasts:

Short-term (lasts days to weeks)

How common it is:

Baby
0-2
Very common
Preteen
6-13
Very common
Teenager
14-18
Very common
Young adult
19-40
Very common
Middle-aged adult
41-60
Very common

Body locations

Pelvis, Mouth

Symptoms

Fever
Blistering
Swollen glands
Pain on urination
Burning with urination
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Medications

Ratings show how effective doctors think these medications are at treating HSV
Valtrex
Valacyclovir
Foscavir
Famciclovir
Famvir
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Tests

HSV antigen detection dfa
HSV 1 and 2 type specific antibodies
Herpes simplex virus 1 and 2 DNA
Herpes simplex 1 and 2 igg and igm
Herpes culture

Risk factors

Personal

Immunosuppression

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Can HSV be cure?

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What is givin to treat really bad HSV outbreaks? Can pennacillin help?

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I read a news about a new drug for hsv, what is it about, when is going to be able to get it?

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Need help understanding my HSV results. HSV 1GG, Type Specific AB Result : 17.10 HSV 2GG , Type Specific AB Result : >23.00 What does this mean?

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Hi if you have hsv in 2 different locations is it normal for them to flare up (have a brake out) at the same time in both locations? I appreciate your help?

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Hsv culture takes how long?

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What is a good way to deal with hsv-2?

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I have HSV 2..how likely can my children get it?

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Can you get HSV from a waxing at a spa or salon?

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What does it mean if I tested positive for HSV ii?

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What is the definition or description of: HSV culture?

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What might I do to handle my girlfriend who has HSV 2?

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I'm having difficulty understanding my HSV test results?

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Can i pass HSV 1 to my partner when lesions are dried up?

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