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Possible Hsv2.. not sure where to go?
In the middle of July I had noticed I developed a small "rash" down there. Going down along the right lip's edge, right before the fleshy pink skin begins. Little red bumps later came up, looks like they opened up but I didn't notice any fluids coming from the tiny sores. I assumed I washed the skin raw or irritated the area. It lasted a few days, and never really thought of it again until now. Maybe 2 days ago I noticed I had little yellowish pimple looking bumps in the same exact area. Doing down along the right lip again...I started taking hot baths when I noticed this. But the "pimples" just seemed to have gotten bigger, at least compared to last time, and now that they are opened there's a yellowish fluid coming from the biggest spot. Pain is relatively low. It doesn't seem to hurt unless I really touch it directly. I've read possible causes. I was hoping maybe this is because of a yeast infection since I've had no other symptoms. But in all reality I have come to terms with the fact that this is most likely ghsv... probably type 2. My question now is where would be the best place to go to get this looked at? Unfortunately I am unemployed and don't have health insurance. Maybe the county health department? I'm not sure... what tests should I have done to make sure I get an accurate result? I've been reading about false results it comes to the count levels for type 1 and type 2, many blogs I've been reading mention a western blot test? Any advice, suggestions, idea's?
You must be 12 weeks since the last possible exposure to the previous partner before the lesions emerged. At that point, obtain an IgG antibody blood test type specific for HSV1 and HSV2.
And no, I don't get cold sores. I've never had one as far as I can remember. I'm pretty sure I've never come in contact with anyone that had an active sore at the time.
I was with someone for about a month from the end of May through the end of June. It was mostly unprotected. I never saw signs of any sores on him but that doesn't really guarantee anything. I'm still hopeful that it's not hsv but I've been doing my research and preparing myself for the worst... I'm in a relationship now and I've already made him aware. I want to make sure I funny stay in denial and possibly infect another person with my carelessness. Just not sure to go first, since I can't really go to a primary care doctor or specialist.
It does seem like a good idea to take a blood test to confirm your status.
However, is there a reason to do so? Probably worthwhile answering the following questions first.
What was your sexual history leading into the first 'rash' in terms of partners, in particular the two weeks leading into noticing the rash?
Do you get oral cold sores?
However, is there a reason to do so? Probably worthwhile answering the following questions first.
What was your sexual history leading into the first 'rash' in terms of partners, in particular the two weeks leading into noticing the rash?
Do you get oral cold sores?
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