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Hsv1 Does That Mean You Have Genital Herpes
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Hsv1 does that mean you have genital herpes?
HSV1: No, hsv1 is the strain of human herpes virus. Hsv1 and 2 typically lie in the ganglia of neurons. If the lesions break out in the pubic region they are considered to be "genital herpes". ...Read more
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Reproductive Organs (Definition)
The major organs of the reproductive system includes, the external genitalia (penis and vulva) as well as a number of internal organs including the gamete producing gonads (testicles and ovaries). Diseases of the human reproductive system are very common and widespread, particularly ...Read more
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Do genital sores mean that you have herpes?
Possibly: Genital herpes usually takes on the appearance of small blisters, but many other disorders, most serious being the various sexually transmitted diseases can produce sores on the genitals. Less serious but still bothesome common sores include acne and ingrown hairs. Best to see a doctor if you are not sure. ...Read more
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Do genital sores mean that I have herpes?
Not necessarily.: There are many causes of genital sores. Visit your doctor or local public health clinic and get the necessary tests to find out what it is. ...Read more
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If you have genital sores does that mean you have herpes ?
Not necessarily.: There are many causes of genital sores. Visit your doctor or local public health clinic and get the necessary tests to find out what it is. ...Read more
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If you have cold sores does that mean you have same as genital herpes?
Not necessarily: Herpes simplex virus 1 hangs out in the trigeminal ganglion (near the ear). Outbreaks "usually" occur-mouth/face. Hsv 2 usually locates itself in the sacral ganglion (at lower spine). Outbreaks "usually" occur-genital area. The difference is "not always absolute"-either can reside in either or both parts of the body & infect orally/genitally. Viral culture, blood test, PCR can diagnose herpes type. ...Read more
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Does having the herpes antibodies mean you still have herpes?
Not necessarily: Positive IGG antibodies only indicates previous but not active infection. Positive IGM antibodies is indicative of active infection. ...Read more
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Supposing you get cold sores. Does that mean you have the STD herpes?
Herpes: There are two herpes viruses. Most people who get cold sores have herpes type one or herpes simplex. 75% of americans have this infection and most got it as children from other family members. Herpes type two used to be called 'genital' herpes and is thought to be the std virus. But, the confusing part of the story is that either virus can be transmitted to an uninfected individual during sex. ...Read more
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If you have hpv, does this mean you also have genital warts?
Not necessarily: Of the many dozens of hpv strains, two strains are known to cause genital warts, 2 strains that are associated with cervical cancer and far more strains not associated at this time with anything. Therefore, you can have hpv with or without having genital warts. ...Read more
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If I have cold sores, does it mean that i will have herpes/ genital herpes in the future?
No: Be sure to employ good hand washing after touching the cold sore. Cold sores are caused by the herpes virus, but you can have it orally and not genitally. ...Read more
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If you had herpes zoster, does it mean you can have hiv?
While people with : Hiv/aids as well as others with an impaired cellular immune system are a high risk for shingles but as many as a third of americans will develop shingles in their life time, usually after age 50 and most are not immunocompromised. ...Read more
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Was wondering if you get cold sores does that mean you have genital herpes too?
Having a cold sore: (herpes simplex i) does not mean that you have genital herpes (herpes simplex ii). ...Read more
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If you already have hsv1 orally does that mean you are immune from getting hsv1 genitally? I know you can still contract hsv2 genitally.
Yes: If you have HSV 1 infection or oral herpes, you are very unlikely to get HSV 1 infections in your genital area. You are right that you are still susceptible to HSV 2, or genital herpes. ...Read more
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Contracted hsv-1 in genital region at 19. Does that mean I didn't have hsv-1 oral virus before?
Yes:
You may consult this site for more info on this topic:
https://www.cdc.gov/std/herpes/stdfact-herpes.htm
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Practice safe sex, if you have sex.
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Does having a genital sore automatically mean that you are infected with an std?
No, but see Dr: Stdss are a cause, but there are others. Also, if your body already has been harboring a herpes infection (i.e., cold sores) stress or other resistence-lowered conditions can bring on an outbreak. Non-std causes: atopic and contact dermatitis, nonspecific vulvovaginitis, lichen planus, lichen sclerosis, seborrheic dermatitis, vitiligo, cysts, absesses. Have an exam. Best! ...Read more
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Does having herpes antibodies mean you contracted the virus?
Yes: and the reason why many of the viruses don't cause symptoms in most people is due to the fact that your immune system is keeping them in check. ...Read more
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Can getting cold sores necessarily mean you have herpes?
Yes: Type 1: Cold sores are painful liquid filled blisters that can occur on the lips, roof of the mouth or the gums which are caused by the herpes simplex virus (hsv-1). ...Read more
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Herpes 1 IgG positive. Have no symptoms at mouth. Herpes II IgG indeterminate. What does this mean. How did i get herpes 1?
Herpes simplex: This virus is present in up to 90% of humans and is transmitted from one person to the next by direct contact. ...Read more
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If you get urethritis caused by hsv, but you get no outbreaks or never have, does this mean you have Herpes?
Testing/exam: You will need to be examined and tested, since urethritis can be caused by both bacterial or viral infections: if you have been having unprotected sexual intercourse, you need both blood and culture of the opening of the penile urethra and STD screening ...Read more
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Can having cold sores mean you have herpes?
Yes: Herpes virus type i causes cold sores. ...Read more
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Genital herpes test came back with value of 0.38. Does that mean I have genital herpes. ?
Negative, no herpes: With the usual blood tests for the viruses that cause genital herpes (HSV2, sometimes HSV1), anything below 0.9 is definitely negative. If you remain uncertain about it, discuss with the doctor's office or the lab where the test was done. ...Read more
Herpes (Definition)
There are different types of herpes infections; herpes simplex infection of mouth (gingivostomatitis) and lips (labialis) are the most common. Others include genital herpes, and herpes zoster. Herpes infection could very mild to very dangerous depending on the type and location of the body affected. I ...Read more
Herpes Simplex 1 (Definition)
Herpes simplex 1 viral infection is very common in children and presents with mouth infection, with fever, eating difficulty, and drooling. The children get better, but the virus stays dormant in the area causing recurrent fever ...Read more
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