Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav
Venereology
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Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I had protected sex with a girl whose medical status is unknown, but unfortunately, the condom broke. She then said her previous partner had an HSV-2 infection, and she has not to get tested ever since. What are the chances of acquiring herpes from her? I am really worried. Please help.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com. Kindly answer me the following to help you better; 1) Is there fluid contact? 2) Is there any lesion after exposure? 3) Do you have blisters, erosions, or inflammatory bumps on your genitals? 4) Do you have any burning or painful lesions? 5) Is there any tingling sensation? 6) Do you have any fever? I hope this was helpful. Kindly follow up with the answers.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
Thanks for the reply. Yes, there was fluid contact. I did not notice the condom breakage until I ejaculated. This occurred only three days ago. So it is hard to tell if any symptoms will occur. Please help.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com. There would be a 60 percent risk of infection if she had active lesions or disease at the time of intercourse. So, kindly get tested for HSV-2 (herpes simplex virus type-2) IgM (immunoglobulin M) to rule out an infection. Also, do urine culture and urine routine tests to rule out other possible STIs (sexually transmitted infections). Kindly use barriers and practice safe sex. Maintain proper genital hygiene. I hope this has helped. Take care. Regards.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
Thanks for the reply. How early can I test for HSV-2? Please reply.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com. You can get tested from 28 days to three months after exposure. I hope this was helpful.
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