diagnosis

[jill730]

I just began a new relationship and my partner and I agreed to get tested for STDs, but we had sex several times before we got the results.  My results were negative, but his doctor told him that he had exposure to HSV-2 and that he has to have additional tests.  We probably have had sex 10-20 times (including oral sex) with and without a condom before we received this news.  This is my first time being sexually active in a long time.  I do have some vaginal dryness and some mild irritation, but I don't know if this is from being sexually active or whether I have the HSV-2 virus also.  Please provide any guidance that you can. thanks.

[auntiejessi]

If he wants to take it to reduce the risk of passing it to you, then yes.  Its a personal decision that you all can talk about.  If he doesn't take the meds, then there is about an 8-10% chance that you would get it per year.

Aj

[jill730]

he has never had any symptoms.  does he still need medication?

[auntiejessi]

OK that means he has hsv2.  

The best way for you not to get this is for him to use suppressive therapy, such as daily valtrex or acyclovir.  If he uses that, and you all avoid sex when he gets symptoms, the chances of you getting it are about 4-5% a year.  If you add condoms to that, then its about 2-3% a year.

For some really good info on herpes, check out the herpes handbook at www.westoverheights.com.

AJ

[jill730]

this is what the doctor said the tests revealed

Test HSV I/II IgG 56.2
and
type specific test HSV 1 IgG <0.91
type specific test HSV 2 IgG 3.65

what does this mean?

[auntiejessi]

It sounds like he doesn't HAVE hsv2, which is why you need to get the copies of everything.

If everything was fine on his last round of tests, it might mean he doesn't have it.

AJ

[jill730]

what is the risk of my getting hsv 2 from him if we have unprotected sex