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What Causes Herpes Simplex Virus 2 ?

hello,
i just found out i have hsv2. i just had a baby 3 months ago. i had prenatal care the entire time. how is it possible they wouldnt have seen it? i never recall experienceing a breakout.
if hsv2 is dormant will it show up on a blood test? and what exactly does equivocal may suggest early infection me. does this mean that i just contracted it?
Please help
posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Thanks for consulting the Physicians at HealthCare Magic. I have worked through your case thoroughly, and I can easily realize your health worries. Being your physician, I reassure you not to worry as things will settle down very soon.
Mostly, a person can only get herpes type 2 infection during sexual contact with someone who has a genital HSV-2 infection even if he doesn't have the genital sores. Don't panic and go to the doctor for proper treatment. Also get your baby checked for HSV-2 infection.

May you get very well soon and have a wonderful time ahead. Please don't forget to give your valuable starred feedback to help me assist you in a better way. Go to my profile to write a Review regarding your experience with me here at my Virtual clinic.


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What Causes Herpes Simplex Virus 2 ?

Hi dear! Thanks for consulting the Physicians at HealthCare Magic. I have worked through your case thoroughly, and I can easily realize your health worries. Being your physician, I reassure you not to worry as things will settle down very soon. Mostly, a person can only get herpes type 2 infection during sexual contact with someone who has a genital HSV-2 infection even if he doesn t have the genital sores. Don t panic and go to the doctor for proper treatment. Also get your baby checked for HSV-2 infection. May you get very well soon and have a wonderful time ahead. Please don t forget to give your valuable starred feedback to help me assist you in a better way. Go to my profile to write a Review regarding your experience with me here at my Virtual clinic. Regards! DR. HANIF PHILADELPHIA, USA