Do symptoms like fever, inflamed gums, and painful bumps on the labia majora indicate herpes?

Question

Hello doctor,

I am an 18-year-old female, 5 feet tall, and weigh around 198 pounds. This past weekend, I experienced a fever, a painful throat with no cough, vertigo, nausea, inflamed gums, piercings, a UTI, and painful pimple-like individual bumps on my labia majora that hurt to the touch. I was really scared it was herpes, but my one and only partner has been blood tested for STDs before me and has not had sexual intercourse with anyone but me ever since. I started taking Norfloxacin (a 5-day dosage), and on the second day, it no longer burned when I peed. I still asked my parents to take me to the doctor because I was worried (my gums kept swelling up, and I felt scared it was something else). The doctor told me to keep taking the antibiotics, took a look at the pimples, and gave me a barrier cream for them and a spray for the inflammation of my gums. This doctor visit was day before yesterday, and yesterday I woke up feeling nauseous (but that has been the case for the past four days), with my gums more swollen (they do not cover my teeth, but I can feel them swollen), and the pimples still burn to the touch when I apply the cream. Otherwise, they do not itch or hurt. My mom accused my partner of transmitting herpes to me, and I got angry at her, but now I am paranoid again and just want this to be over. I read that herpes gives you a cold and stuff, and then it might go dormant. I am afraid that is going to happen to me. I have had a yeast infection about five years ago, and I believe I might have had a UTI that resolved on its own some years ago. Current medication details include Ibuprofen, Norfloxacin, and Benzydamine hydrochloride (mouth spray). Do I have symptoms of herpes? Should the doctor be concerned about herpes if the pimples looked like that or if I had symptoms? How can I rule out herpes without a test?

Answer 1

Hi,

I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries.

I understand that you have concerns about the symptoms you are experiencing and the possibility of having herpes. The symptoms you described, such as a painful throat, vertigo, nausea, inflamed gums, and pimple-like bumps on your labia majora, may indicate various conditions, including infections other than herpes. It is essential to consult with a healthcare professional who can properly evaluate your symptoms and provide an accurate diagnosis. To determine if you have herpes, a doctor may perform a physical examination and potentially order laboratory tests, such as a viral culture or a blood test. These tests can help confirm the presence of the herpes virus. It is understandable that you are anxious about this situation, but try to stay calm and focus on seeking appropriate medical advice. Openly discuss your concerns with your healthcare provider, as they are the best resource to address your specific situation and provide the necessary guidance and testing. Remember, open communication with your partner and healthcare provider is essential for understanding and managing any potential risks or concerns regarding sexually transmitted infections. Take care, and I encourage you to reach out to a healthcare professional for further evaluation and guidance.

I hope this has helped you. Please feel free to reach me again, in case of further queries.

Thank you.

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