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Medical Conditions - Herpes Simplex Virus

Herpes simplex is a contagious viral infection affecting the genitals or the mouth. The symptoms include the formation of sores around the genital region and the mouth. Herpes simplex is a sexually-transmitted disease that requires medical attention.

All herpes simplex-virus Q&A

How to manage recurrent episodes of HSV-2?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Please try to relax and minimize stress, as stress can aggravate your condition.

Do I need herpes testing three days after exposure?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand the concern. Anxiety after any sexual exposure, especially with a sex worker, is very common.The case can be analyzed rationally and logically.

Answered By
Dr. Misha Saghir

Dr. Misha Saghir

Could my perineal tear be HSV or just irritation?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have gone through your query and understand your concern.

I have a small wound on the penis with inflammation. Is this STD?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From your history, there are two main things. One is unprotected sex, and the other is a chemical reaction due to the lubricant.

I have warts on my penis. Is it an STD?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern and will try to help you with it.I have noted your concern, and I have viewed the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

Answered By
Dr. Kakkar

Dr. Kakkar

Is glans redness after herpes treatment normal?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and can understand the concern.

What are the early signs of genital herpes?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand that you are greatly concerned about having early genital herpes. Both of your HSV IgG tests are negative since their values are less than 0.9.

Is my genital lump a herpes blister or just a pimple?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am deeply concerned about your worries. Based on what you describe, the risk to your partner is now very low.

Answered By
Dr. Ali Osman

Dr. Ali Osman

Will my son need another ultrasound after an orchiopexy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is completely understandable to be worried, and this is a very common concern after orchiopexy.

Is a healed, raised cold sore still contagious?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.

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