Dr. I have been a herpaphobic forever and have several questions. As you have read I was diagnosed recently with hsv 2 after having the Select blood test. I have had redness, itching, swelling and skin tears with and without these other symptoms for years off and on. I was suspicious of Herpes for yrs even though my Doctors were not. Anyway, now I find out my nightmere is a reality. My question is Why doesn't my husband have hsv 2 since I have been with him for over 14 yrs? Also he has type 1, thanks to his mom, and I don't. I am of course, careful not to kiss him if he has a cold sore or feels one coming on. I basically am upset by all of this, my long term fear, recent diagnosis, etc. I am taking Acyclovir by the way. Do you feel I could have had a false pos test. I really don't think so as what would be the cause of my irritations then? Should I repeat the test? If nothing else then for my peice of mind? Just really need to know. Thanks, EB