Herpes....Questions???


Question:
I went to the OB/GYN last week and had the typical tests done for std's. My doc called me today and said at some point I have come in contact with someone who has herpes...
I have had NO outbreaks and NO symptoms.
Why is this??? I dont fully understand!
He told me there was nothing he could do for me at this point unless I have blisters or lesions!
What the heck?
Please someone fill me in!

Answers:
It's possible you do have herpes and just haven't had an outbreak - yet.

Many people can go months and even years without having any signs or symptoms of the virus, like an outbreak. This can make it difficult for some to determine who they actually got it from.

And, it's true, there is nothing you can do about it now. Once you have the virus you will always have it, there is no cure. The only thing you can do is take the medication when you are having an outbreak (sores and lesions). The outbreaks can always come back though, it's call recurring outbreaks.

You can always get another test done. Tests are not always 100% accurate.
just by watching valtrex commercials i think your doc is wrong. my advice would be to go to a different doctor & have them fully explain the condition & what to expect.


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