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My HSV 1 and 2 IgG is 3.5. What should I do?

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Published At April 26, 2016
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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am a 37-year-old male. I am about to get married. I have got my STD and HIV tests done and the below-mentioned has come as a result. The following are non-reactive or negative: VDRL, HIV 1 and 2, antibodies screening test, chlamydia trachomatis IgG antibody, and TPHA including HSV 1 and 2 IgM. But, HSV 1 and 2 IgG is 3.5. I do not have any symptoms. My family doctor has started me on Vivir D pills 500 mg thrice a week for 10 days. What should I do? I am tensed.

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com. We are here to help you. IgG herpes simplex means antibodies to some old past infection. So, the drug prescribed by your doctor has no role. I will not recommend any treatment as you do not have any symptoms.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

What all precautions should I take if I get married? Is it fine to start a family?

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com. As that is an old infection no need to worry. Yes, you can start your family. But, make sure that you have a single partner.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Anshul Varshney
Dr. Anshul Varshney

Internal Medicine

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