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STD panel shows HSV 1 greater than 62.2 and HSV 2. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I had a STD panel done HSV 1 greater than 62.2 and HSV 2, have a history of chicken pox. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand from the reports you have sent me that stating HSV 1 (herpes simplex virus) serology is positive (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I will need a bit more information before I can advise you how to proceed further. A. Is this HSV 1 IgG or... Read Full »
I suffer from HSV 1. Can I get HSV encephalitis at any point in my life?
Query: Hi doctor,I am suffering from HSV 1. I have a mild recurrence on my mouth and face. Will I get HSV encephalitis at any point in life? My immune system is healthy and I do not have many blisters. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Infection with HSV 1 (herpes simplex virus) results in immunity against it. But, the virus remains dormant in the body and can reactivate later in life causing encephalitis if it enters the brain. How it can come to the brain is not completely understood, but decreased... 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 »
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 »
I kissed my partner before he had a cold sore. Am I at risk?
Query: Hello doctor, My partner has a cold sore. I kissed him before it actually looked like one. I already carry Herpes simplex virus (HSV)1, 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 t... Read Full »
How does the cold sores get transmitted?
Query: Hi doctor, I have genital herpes, and I also get cold sores around my mouth. It is not happening often. But it tends to come when I do not expect it. It came before a week, and now it has gone. The only thing present is the red scarring that remains after the wound healing. Now, I have a boyfriend ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Herpes simplex virus type 1 causes cold sores. It recurs often, but the frequency of recurrence decrease with time. The infection is transmitted through direct contacts like deep kissing and oral sex. It does not spread through dry kissing. The virus can pass through si... Read Full »
I have white spots on my throat after sex with the social worker.
Query: Hello doctor,I had protected sex with a sex worker four days back. I have sore throat and white spots in the back of my throat since then. Should I be concerned? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The chances of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) transmission in single protected intercourse is nil. But the STDs (sexually transmitted diseases) like the herpes simplex virus can be spread by skin-to-skin contact, kissing, and sex with the infected person. It affects... Read Full »
I am worried about contracting HIV. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I had protected vaginal sex twice, and I received oral unprotected sex. I am worried about catching HIV. I took an HIV RNA PCR test, and it was negative. However, I am still concerned about catching HIV and other STDs like HPV, HSV, etc. Can you tell me if I need to get tested for HIV aga... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Regarding your sexual activities, I do not think you have HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), except that you will have a bacterial infection from oral sex because bacteria dwell in the mouth. Kindly get a urine culture test and reply to me w... Read Full »
Why do I experience frequent sore throats?
Query: Hello doctor, I am currently dealing with two primary health concerns that require consultation and appropriate treatment: I have been experiencing recurring sore throat episodes that have become more frequent in the past few weeks and do not seem to resolve. Due to these symptoms, I decided to ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I am sorry to hear about your health concerns, and I understand that a positive result for HSV (Herpes) can be distressing. Let's address your concerns step by step. Herpes (HSV): Firstly, it is crucial to know that herpes is a commo... 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 »
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 »
Does positive HSV 1 and 2 after unprotected sex with CSW indicate HIV?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 36 year old male, and I had sex with a CSW (Community Sex Worker), who was 32 years old. I had unprotected sex with her once last year, and I had protected sex with her five months back. I was diagnosed with herpes zoster four months back. After this, I have done p24 antigen, tr... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If your query is regarding HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) status, it is negative so far. There are recommendations, and I also suggest getting the HIV test repeated at six months of last unprotected exposure. If that will be negative, you need not repeat the test agai... Read Full »