Herpeselect Test Results

I was tested for HSV-1 & HSV-2 exactly 6 weeks and then 3 months after possible exposure.  The results both times for HSV-1 & HSV-2 were negative. This was a type specific IgG test (I believe it was the Herpeselect test).  I have read that it may take up to six months after exposure for antibodies to develop and for testing to be accurate.  I have not had any specific symptoms, other than some tingling/vibrating sensations that I attribute to anxiety.

1) How accurate/reliable are my negative results at the 3 month mark? How likely is it that the test failed to detect antibodies after 3 months?

2) Would you recommend further testing at 6 months?

Thanks in advance for your help.

[gracefromHHP]

I don't recommend any further testing.  It's not likely that you really have herpes at this point.

grace

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Thanks so much for your quick response.  Based on your answer, can I attribute the tingling/vibration sensations that I get every now and then to anxiety?

I am sick of worrying about this and am glad to hear that I can rely on the accuracy of my test results at 3 months.  Thanks!

[gracefromHHP]

the mind can convince you of any number of things.  Put this behind you now and get back to enjoying life to the fullest :)

grace

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One last question,
I have had a few red circular spots/bumbs.  Should I worry about that given the fact that my 3 months test was negative?

[gracefromHHP]

should they reoccur, see your provider for proper medical evaluation. they could be many things and you've ruled out herpes.

grace

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Grace,

I mentioned earlier that I have been having periods of constant tingling of my scrotum.  I have had this feeling approx once every 3-4 weeks, lasting about 1-2 days.  Do you know what could be causing this?  Could this be HSV II (even though I was negative at 3 month mark)?  I also read it could be prostate related.  This is a real symptom and I'm confident it is not "anxiety related".

Do you have any information on this symptom?

[gracefromHHP]

This doesn't sound like a herpes issue.  Follow up on it with your provider.

grace