Herpes or folliculitis?

[bats0009]

I had had a blood test for herpes and it was negative but think that I might have taken it too early on after last sexual contact. A couple months after I noticed scattered, slightly itchy bumps on my buttocks, not in the anus, just the cheek and some on my thighs. The doctor looked and said it was folliculitis aggravated by a bacterial infection. After 10 days on antibiotics a few bumps on my butt still remain. Would a doctor simply be able to tell the difference between herpes and folliculitis just by looking at it? Should I be re-tested? I haven't had any sexual contact since before the first time I got tested. Thanks.

[gracefromHHP]

if you read our read before posting post on this forum, you'll see that it's most helpful for us if you just keep adding your questions to your original post. helps us help you best.

You were tested at the 8 week mark I believe? odds are this isn't herpes related but if you ened the peace of mind, follow up with another blood test at some point. totally up to you if you think it's worth it or not.

If you don't think your symptoms are clearing up properly, return to your provider for additional follow up.

grace

[LeapofFaith]

You should get re-tested, unless you took the blood test at least 3 months after the sexual encounter.  Also, ask for a type specific IgG blood test if you do get retested.

Generally, you may want to see a dermatologist, who would be more qualified to determine if the bumps you are experiencing are folliculitis or herpes.  Overall, herpes presents with painful itchy blisters that are closely clustered together, and not necessarily spread over a wide area.