HSV
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
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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 |
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Can HSV be cure?
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What is the definition or description of: HSV type 1 and 2?
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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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Can you tell me about hsv-1?
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What does it mean to have HSV 2?
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How does HSV outbreak look like?
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May have come in contact with hsv 2?
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Hsv 1 testing got 3.69 what can I do?
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What is a good way to deal with hsv-2?
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Positive for HSV 1 & 2, what does this mean?
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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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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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Can women with HSV type 2 deliver a healthy baby vaginally?
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