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What does the medical abbreviation HSV mean?
HSV stands for herpes simplex virus, the virus that causes genital herpes and cold sores.herpe simplex virus
If you have herpes or have had the chickenpox does that mean that you are CMV positive?
No, cytomegalovirus is a separate virus from Varicella Zoster virus (the one that causes chickenpox) and herpes simplex virus (which causes genital herpes and cold sores and related illnesses). It is possible to have all three at the same time, but they are separate viruses and if you have herpes or have had the chickenpox, it does not mean that you are CMV positive.
What causes blistered lips?
herpes virus or allergy to the sun The Herpes virus that causes lip blisters is not an STD, it is a virus called Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HPV1). The sexually-transmitted disease type of Herpes is HPV2. So don't worry, having those sores on your lip doesn't mean you have an STD.
What does HSV mean in personal ads?
In a personal ad, HSV or HSV positive means the person posting the ad has herpes and wants you to know before you respond to the ad.The herpes simplex virus, also known as HSV, is an infection that causes herpes. Herpes can appear in various parts of the body, most commonly on the genitals or mouth. There are two types of the herpes simplex virus. HSV-1, also known as oral herpes, can cause cold sores and fever blisters around the mouth and on the face. HSV-2 is generally responsible for genital herpes outbreaks Login for more information hsvbuddies.com
Can shingles bleed?
Herpes is the name of the virus; a virus has no blood.If you mean can a part of the body which is affected by herpes bleed, it depends on what sort of herpes virus you have and which part of the body.A cold sore, caused by the herpes virus, can indeed crack and bleed.
How can you get colesaws?
Do you mean cold sores? They are caused by the herpes simplex virus, (HSV) You only can get Cold Sores through personal contact, for example, kissing. I dont think there is any other way. Hope I helped? :)
Herpes viral culture of lesion?
DefinitionHerpes viral culture of a lesion is a laboratory test to check if a skin sample is infected with the herpes simplex virus.See also:Genital herpesHerpes labialis(cold sores)Serum herpes simplex antibodiesAlternative NamesCulture - herpes simplex virus; Herpes simplex virus cultureHow the test is performedA sample from a skin lesion (often a genital sore) or blister is needed. The health care provider will collect the sample during an active outbreak and place it in a laboratory container. The sample must include cells, not just fluid from the blister, because the virus is in the skin cells of the blister or ulcer.At the laboratory, the sample is placed in a special dish and watched for the growth of the herpes simplex virus, or substances related to the virus. Special tests may also be done to determine whether it is herpex simplex virus type 1 or 2.Results are available within 16 hours to 7 days (usually 2-4 days), depending on the laboratory method used.How to prepare for the testThe sample must be collected during the worst part of an outbreak. This is considered the acute phase of infection.How the test will feelWhen the sample is collected, you may feel an uncomfortable scraping or sticky sensation. Sometimes a sample from the throat or eyes is needed. This involves rubbing a sterile swab against the eye or in the throat.Why the test is performedThe test is done to confirm herpes simplex infection. The diagnosis is often made by physical examination (the health care provider looking at the sores), and the cultures and other tests are used to confirm that diagnosis.Normal ValuesA normal (negative) result means that the herpes simplex virus did not grow in the laboratory dish and the skin sample used in the test did not contain any herpes virus.Unfortunately, a normal (negative) culture does not guarantee that you do not have a herpes infection or have not had one in the past.What abnormal results meanAn abnormal (positive) result may mean that you have an active infection with herpes simplex virus. Herpes infections include herpes genitalis, which is genital herpes, or cold sores on the lips or in the mouth.If the culture is positive for herpes, you may have recently become infected or you may have become infected in the past and are currently having an outbreak.What the risks areRisks include slight bleeding or infection in the area where the skin sample was removed.Special considerationsThe viral culture for herpes test is most likely to be accurate when a person is newly infected (during the first outbreak).ReferencesGupta R, Warren T, Wald A. Genital herpes. Lancet. 2007; 370(9605):2127-37.
If a girl has a cold sore does that mean she has herpes and are they contagious?
Cold sores are "Herpes Simplex Virus 1" which are highly contagious. People with HSV1 are the leading cause for new outbreaks of HSV2. (below the waist). The herpes virus can live for up to 8 minutes of the body. Don't eat or drink after the infected person. When there is no sore you cannot contract it. Canker sores are not a HSV but sores brought on by eating things very high in acid. Like lemons and pineapple. Hopes this helps.
Does a fever blister mean you have HIV or AIDS?
No, a fever blister (cold sore) is caused by the herpes simplex virus, not HIV or AIDS. HIV and AIDS weaken the immune system, making individuals more susceptible to infections like herpes, but having a cold sore does not mean you have HIV or AIDS.
Can you get herpes from your own cold sores?
The herpes virus is spread by skin-to-skin contact with an infected person, at the location where the virus is active, during a time when they are shedding virus.If a person shedding cold sore virus at the mouth performs oral sex on you, you can get genital herpes.You can not get genital herpes from your own cold sores, unless you are very flexible.Many people are under the mistaken impression that the type of herpes that causes cold sores is different from the type that causes genital herpes. This is a myth; herpes types 1 and 2 each can cause oral or genital lesions.One third of the population is unaware that they have the virus, that's why it's being spread so easily. One out of 5 people has the virus, and that number is growing. There is no cure. There are antivirals that are prescribed that keep the number of outbreaks down, but like I said, just because you don't have a sore, doesn't mean you can't get it. Acyclovir and Valacyclovir are the two most prescribed anti-virals.
What does low positive herpes mean?
A low positive herpes titer is evidence of past exposure to the virus. It can't tell you whether you have oral herpes, as most adults do, or genital herpes, or some other form.
Does cold sores mean coughs?
A cold sore is caused by a herpes simplex virus and shows on the lip. It is a red, raised bump that gets crusty. Once you have these, you will get them time and time again. They have nothing to do with what we call colds and therefore with coughs, either. You can have both a cold and a cold sore but they are not causing each other.
