I Was Unfortunately Exposed To A Woman That Has Tested

Posted on Sat, 24 Nov 2018

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Question : I was unfortunately exposed to a woman that has tested positive for HSV. I am not certain of the type as of yet. I have been blood tested, but have not been given results as of yet. Understandably, I am concerned. I have had absolutely zero signs of infection, but found a small abnormality on the side of my scrotum. I do shave that area in the shower with a blade, and have had similar looking abnormalities in the past. It appeared yesterday, and is almost gone already.

Would a herpes related sore heal that quickly, generally speaking?

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Your lesion doesn’t seem to be herpetic

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to Ask A Doctor service...
I have gone through your query and understand your concern.

A herpetic lesion doesn’t heal so quickly.
It presents with multiple tiny fluid-filled blisters which rupture to form painful superficial erosions which usually take around 2 weeks to heal.

Your sore might be related to shaving.

I hope to have answered your query.
I would be happy to answer any further queries.

Regards
Dr Asmeet

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