WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for March, 2003: Re: Genital HSV1 vs. HSV2

Re: Genital HSV1 vs. HSV2

From: Alicia M. Lapidus M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 27 Mar 2003 08:22:04 -0600 (CST)

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At Thu, 27 Mar 2003, K.P. wrote: >
>I just received the result of my culture, and my doctor said I have
>tested positive for "genital HSV1". My question is what is the
>difference between HSV1 and HSV2 on the genitals? My boyfriend has had
>cold sores his entire life, so I know where I contracted it from (oral
>sex). Also...I just finished my first outbreak about a week ago and am
>completly clear.
>1.) how close can the next outbreak occur

Reccurs in a very irregular fashion.

? >2.) is it common to have bleeding and be "tight" when starting
>intercourse again?

No unless you are not well cured, or worry.

>3.) is it possible to have HSV1 sores on your fingers

If your hands are washed

HSV2 are more serious than HSV1, and tend to be related to dysplasia. > As always...any help would be greatly appreciated.
> K.P.

-- Alicia M. Lapidus M.D. Director Obgyn.net Latina Chief of Staff Obstetrics, Hospital J. A. Fernández Buenos Aires Argentina Note: opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.

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