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Hey Russ,
If I were you I'd get a type specific IGG blood test as soon as possible (you'll probably have to pay for it - about $150). Or if your bumps are still present, get to a doctor fast so he can take a sample to determine if it's herpes (that should be free at the Department of Health or Planned Parenthood). It's good to know your status so other people in your life aren't put in danger. Take every other test possible as well. Some other STDs can be mistaken for herpes. Hopefully it's nothing. Use condomsCondoms Female condoms!
If I were you I'd get a type specific IGG blood test as soon as possible (you'll probably have to pay for it - about $150). Or if your bumps are still present, get to a doctor fast so he can take a sample to determine if it's herpes (that should be free at the Department of Health or Planned Parenthood). It's good to know your status so other people in your life aren't put in danger. Take every other test possible as well. Some other STDs can be mistaken for herpes. Hopefully it's nothing. Use condoms!