What Does HSV 2 IgG Test Result Of 2.6 Indicate?

Posted on Sat, 7 Jan 2017

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Question : I received my STD test back stating my HSV 2 IgG test results were 2.64 which states High (Positive). Does that mean I have Herpes?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.
Yes, this results means that your body has been infected with the herpes simplex virus. However, it cant determine when were you infected. You should consult your doctor and have antiherpes therapy. Wish you good health. Regards

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