even the best herpes blood tests still miss 1out of every 10 hsv1 infections. you know what you have and where you have it even though you aren't testing + for hsv1 on blood tests.
it doesn't work the same way for hsv2. really no reason to assume that if your hsv1 isn't showing up on herpes blood tests that hsv2 wouldn't either.
have you been following up on this monthly with the gyn, dermatologist or urogynecologist? Are they doing testing for infections? have they done a biopsy of your skin yet? Your prior post was in june so I sure hope you have been!!
grace
Guess I was just hoping the swab could be wrong. Its odd that all the blood tests (5 or so) were negative or equivical.
I had a yeast and a bacterial infection during the past months then went back for a recheck and was told I was clear.
No one can tell me why I have the burning and discomfort and I have been to several doctors. Why a biopsy? Dermatologist thought I was crazy when I suggested one - said theres nothing to biopsy.
I diagnosed myself with vulvodynia.
So I assume you dont think I have to do the Western Blot?
Thank you for your response
no need for a herpes WB. herpes isn't the biggest issue for you here and you already know what you have and where.
I recommend seeking out a vulvodynia specialist if there is one in your area.
sometimes topical estrogen is helpful for symptoms like this. talk to your gyn about giving it a try a few times a week for a few months to see if that helps too.
They wont do it - I asked. I have a cancer history and no one is going to give me any hormones.