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What Do These IgG And IgM Levels Of Herpes Test Result Indicate?
Question: I would to know if my friend infected me of Herpes 2 my result is Igg 3.5 and we just have one sexual contact like 10 or 12 weeks ago.
He called me the other day and told me that he was tested for herpes 2 igg and his results are higher, he got 5.0
I never had any symptoms but now that I know that I have the virus I feel itchy all the time.
He told me that could be the possibility that I have that virus and that I didn't know, but prior him I didn't have any sexual activity for the past 3 years.
he told me that he never had or have any symptoms.
so that is why I want to know because I'm angry, and upset, but more than anything scare.( I don't want to have genital problems for the rest of my life)
He called me the other day and told me that he was tested for herpes 2 igg and his results are higher, he got 5.0
I never had any symptoms but now that I know that I have the virus I feel itchy all the time.
He told me that could be the possibility that I have that virus and that I didn't know, but prior him I didn't have any sexual activity for the past 3 years.
he told me that he never had or have any symptoms.
so that is why I want to know because I'm angry, and upset, but more than anything scare.( I don't want to have genital problems for the rest of my life)
Brief Answer:
IgG not specific
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to healthcare magic.
I understand that you are concerned that you have got genital herpes infection from your partner.
From your history, I understand that both of you have got your IgG and IgM levels to HSV2 tested.
I have seen the reports which you have attached. The reports of your partner is very hazy and I am not able to see the letters. Please send a clear image.
IgG levels indicate an infection in the past. If you do not have a baseline negative report, it is difficult to say whether you got a positive IgG because of your sexual exposure 10-12 weeks back. IgG can also be positive in individuals who have been completely asymptomatic in the past. So, it is a very non specific indicator.
IgM level, on the other hand indicate an active infection in the last 6 weeks. It is negative in your case. So it means that you have not had a recent infection.
If your partner has had no symptoms in the form of blisters, painful ulcers or erosions on the genitalia, I would suggest you to ignore this value and always use protection during sexual intercourse to prevent unnecessary anxieties.
Hope I have cleared your doubts.
If you have any more queries, I will be glad to answer.
Take care.
Regards,
Dr. Johny Chacko
IgG not specific
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to healthcare magic.
I understand that you are concerned that you have got genital herpes infection from your partner.
From your history, I understand that both of you have got your IgG and IgM levels to HSV2 tested.
I have seen the reports which you have attached. The reports of your partner is very hazy and I am not able to see the letters. Please send a clear image.
IgG levels indicate an infection in the past. If you do not have a baseline negative report, it is difficult to say whether you got a positive IgG because of your sexual exposure 10-12 weeks back. IgG can also be positive in individuals who have been completely asymptomatic in the past. So, it is a very non specific indicator.
IgM level, on the other hand indicate an active infection in the last 6 weeks. It is negative in your case. So it means that you have not had a recent infection.
If your partner has had no symptoms in the form of blisters, painful ulcers or erosions on the genitalia, I would suggest you to ignore this value and always use protection during sexual intercourse to prevent unnecessary anxieties.
Hope I have cleared your doubts.
If you have any more queries, I will be glad to answer.
Take care.
Regards,
Dr. Johny Chacko
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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