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Please suggest treatment for genital herpes.
Query: Hi doctor, I have recently contracted genital herpes. I am having an outbreak, which scared me. I have blisters (vesicles) on the penis. I had a blood test done last week and this confirmed it. Please help me. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have thoroughly reviewed your health query and can well establish the sensitivity of issues you have. Thanks for uploading the labs here for reference (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Yes, both HSV-1 and HSV-2 are positive. You also mentioned the ... Read Full »
What could be the cause for the sore at the tip of my lips?
Query: Hi doctor, I have this sudden sore at the tip of my lips. I am wondering what could it be. I used to have frequent fat sacks, but this seems very different. I am attaching a close-up photo of it. Please advice. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your complaint and have seen the attached photograph (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You are having herpes infection which is a viral infection. You should try taking a course of antiviral like tablet Acyclovir 400 mg thrice in a ... Read Full »
Shall I take Lysine for herpes infection?
Query: Hi doctor, I have herpes. It was diagnosed around 2 years ago. I had a breakout and took some antiviral Acyclovir pills. I am starting to have outbreaks again on my lips. I have both types of herpes. I have heard that Lysine fights herpes and so I am taking some vitamins too. I would like to know ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You need to understand the basic pathology about herpes. You had herpes genitalis in the past and there are chances of you having recurrent episode if your immunity is low.As your partner also has it, you both need to take antiviral therapy. The most important line of man... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 30-year-old male with no symptoms, but a herpes type 1 test came out positive during a routine STD test two weeks back. Does oral herpes that is dormant put me at higher risk for other STDs or health issues in the future? Especially if I plan to have multiple partners for a whil... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Dormant oral herpes has nothing to do with the risk of other STDs (sexually transmitted diseases) or any other issue. The oral herpes virus is different from the genital herpes virus. If the IgM antibody is posi... Read Full »
I kissed my partner before he had a cold sore. What is my risk of outbreak?
Query: Hello doctor,My partner has a cold sore. I kissed him before it actually looked like one. I already carry HSV1, but I have never had a cold sore. Did I put myself at risk? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Herpes simplex virus (HSV), if once acquired, stays lifelong. When it is dormant, it does not produce cold sores. When there are risk factors like stress in any form, physical stress, mental/emotional stress, recent illness, surgeries, and prolonged sun exposure can ... Read Full »
Is there any chance that HSV 1 can be transmitted through oral sex in an HSV 2-positive person?
Query: Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with HSV 2 recently. My partner and I had unprotected sex, and she underwent a few tests, but nothing abnormal was found. But when I underwent the testing, I was positive for HSV 2; I am assuming my partner had it too. So, my question is, is there any chance that HSV 1 ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. HSV 1 (herpes simplex virus type 1) can be transmitted in a non-sexual way, and HSV 2 (herpes simplex virus type 2) is transmitted by sexual contact. If you are positive for HSV (herpes simplex virus), you need to know whether it is antib... Read Full »
I have tested positive for Herpes simplex virus IgG. Please suggest some treatment.
Query: Hello doctor, Recently I have taken an STD test and it came positive for HSV type 1 IgG. Please suggest some treatment for it. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com Kindly send your reports. HSV is one of the most common causes of genital ulcers in the United States. HSV-1 (herpes simplex virus- 1) is usually acquired in childhood by contact with oral secretions that contain the virus. HSV-1 is traditionally associated with the ... Read Full »
HSV 1 and 2 are positive. But, my doctor says no treatment is required. Why?
Query: Hi doctor,I am contacting you regarding some health issues. Recently, I got affected by some infection in the private parts, which looks like an ulcer with fluid. However, I neglected it and did not consult a doctor assuming it would be a simple urine infection. I then visited a gynecologist, and sh... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have noted your concern. You have genital herpes. It is a sexually transmitted disease and is caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV). There are two types of HSV - type 1 and 2. Your test is positive for both HSV type 1 and type 2. IgM positivity and IgG negativ... Read Full »
My partner has herpes 2. Is it possible for me to get herpes 1 as well from her?
Query: Hello doctor, My partner has herpes II. Last time, when I was tested before dating her, I did not have either herpes I or II. Is it possible for me to get herpes I and II from her? Or just herpes II? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. Herpes simplex II is transmitted through sexual contact, and it causes genital herpes. If your girlfriend has herpes II, she can only transfer herpes II and not I. Also, kindly note that about 45 % of the people in your country are alrea... Read Full »
Should I take Acyclovir medicine for asymptomatic HSV-1 IgG positive results?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 35 year old male. I weigh 68 Kg and my height 5'5". I am in a healthy status. History: No episodes of herpes except chickenpox in childhood. No infection of HIV - clinically tested every 6 months since last 7 years. I am straight and only 1 relationship with spouse. Both me and ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for providing all the details. I shall answer your questions one by one. 1. As you have mentioned that you do not have any symptoms at the moment, there is no need to take Acyclovir. 2. A repeat test can be done just for your reassurance. Chances of false positi... Read Full »