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HSV (Herpes Simplex Virus) is the virus that causes herpes infection. There are two types of HSV, HSV-1, which causes cold sores and blisters around the mouth and face, and HSV-2, which mainly causes lesions in the genital region.

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Is it possible to spread HSV-2 infection from an infected woman to a man during sex?

Query: Hello doctor, I have some questions about herpes. If a woman having HSV-2 who does not have a flare-up or showing any signs of HSV-2 currently has unprotected vaginal intercourse with a man who does not have HSV-2 or any other STD, then what are the chance of her infecting him with HSV-2? What are t...  Read Full »


Dr. Ankush Jairath

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I hope you are doing well. Coming back to your query. There are varied chances of transmission, which depend upon the presence of any blood contact or duration of exposure. The use of condoms markedly reduces the chances of transmission, but it can never become zero ev...  Read Full »

I am noticing reddish inflamed skin on the shaft of my penis six weeks after having protected intercourse. What are they?

Query: Hello doctor, I have had inflamed red skin on the shaft of my penis for about six weeks after having intercourse with a condom. I tested negative for HSV on a blood test after three weeks and again after six weeks. The telemedicine doctor stated it did not seem like herpes but prescribed me antivir...  Read Full »


Dr. Basti Bharatesh Devendra

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the photos and details (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). The lesions in the accompanying photo are unlikely to be caused by the herpes simplex virus. It might occur as a result of irritation, friction, dryness, or fungal inf...  Read Full »

Can I get herpes from sexual contact with a girl whose previous partner is HSV-2 positive?

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...  Read Full »


Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Answer: 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 sens...  Read Full »

Why do I get sores on genitals during every HSV-1 outbreak?

Query: Hi doctor, I was diagnosed with (herpes simplex virus) HSV-1, but all other tests like human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), HBsAg, hepatitis C virus (HCV), venereal disease research laboratory (VDRL), and treponema pallidum hemagglutination (TPHA) are normal. I got infected with HSV through oral sex....  Read Full »


Dr. Ravinder K. Sachdeva

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Repeated outbreak of HSV (herpes simplex virus) are common, but repeated outbreaks are usually shorter and less severe. Although the organism stays in the body for the rest of your life, the number of outbreaks tends to decrease over a period of years. At the time of ...  Read Full »

After unprotected sex, I developed dry mouth. Is it HIV?

Query: Hello doctor, I am writing hoping you can give me a sigh of relief or a little clarity. First, let me start by saying I do have an HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) phobia. However, below will give you a better idea of my story. Two months back, I had unprotected oral sex with a guy that lasted for...  Read Full »


Dr. Sushil Kakkar

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. A fourth generation HIV duo test is considered reliableand conclusive if it is still negative after six weeks. Most STD (sexually transmitted diseases) specialists consider this six weeks gap as the upper limit of the window period for an HIV duo test result to be consid...  Read Full »

Why am I having pain and itching in my intimate areas post-shaving?

Query: Hello doctor, After shaving, the intimate area turned red and irritated. I did not give it much thought. I made an appointment with my doctor when my vagina began to sag and become thin after two months. I am 29 years old. My appointment was for two weeks back, and by then, my symptoms had subside...  Read Full »


Dr. Daswani Deepti Puranlal

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. This pain and irritation might be distressing and troublesome. How is it always related to shaving? It may be Herpes simplex virus (HSV), or maybe the shave is a problem for some. The skin is mainly susceptible and ...  Read Full »

What are my chances of acquiring herpes from my partner who has IgG antibodies for HSV 1 and 2?

Query: Hello doctor, My girlfriend is asymptomatic but has IgG antibodies for HSV 1 and 2. She does have oral lesions sometimes but never genital. I am HSV 1, HSV 2, IgG, and IgM negative. What are my chances of getting it via sexual intercourse? What is the lowest my risk can be and how?  Read Full »


Dr. Basti Bharatesh Devendra

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for the query. Herpes simplex virus 1 or 2 can be transmitted by skin-to-skin contact or kissing or as STD (sexually transmitted infection). The chances are higher when there are active lesions. Avoidance of contact especially around this time may be o...  Read Full »

I have blisters on my penis. What could it be?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 37 year old male, who weighs 195 lbs, and I am 5.10 feet tall. I had blisters on my penis, so I went to a clinic. The doctor said that it appears to be herpes, but because I do not have pain, fever, or any other symptoms, he believed this was from friction. He told me to get HSV-1 ...  Read Full »


Dr. Basti Bharatesh Devendra

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for the query. I have seen the attached photo (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It appears to be herpes simplex lesions. But, it may be due to any irritation or friction too. It may be due to HSV (herpes simplex virus) 1 or 2 if it is herpes. Y...  Read Full »

I have redness and swelling underneath my bottom lip after oral sex. Why?

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 22-year-old female. I generally have good health, but I was diagnosed with herpes simplex when I was 17. I never had any cold sores on my face, but recently I have seen not a rash but redness and swelling underneath my bottom lip. I do not have a primary doctor, and I cannot get ...  Read Full »


Dr. Muhammad Zubayer Alam

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for the query. I can understand your concern. According to your statement, you have been suffering from a swollen and reddish lower lip. You had a history of herpes simplex infection when you were 17 years old. According to the pictures (attachment removed to...  Read Full »

My HSV IgM, CMV and rubella IgG positive. Should I wait to conceive?

Query: Hello doctor, I had a silent missed abortion last year in the third month of my pregnancy. After that, I got some tests done, which resulted in CMV IgG positive. Then I got vaccinated for rubella to prevent any casualties in the next pregnancy. Now I want to try and conceive, but just now I got my t...  Read Full »


Dr. Nadia Khan

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, you can try for your pregnancy as IgG (immunoglobulin G) means that you do not have any current infection. It is only due to prior exposure. For herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections, the only thing you have to watch is the presence of active lesions. Otherwise,...  Read Full »

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