I’m going to get tested for herpes, or any general std’s
What is the process for a woman? Should I be nervous?
And how would they test for oral herpes?
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#1 by Xhi K on February 2nd, 2010
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I hope this helps:
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#2 by eightieschick37 on February 5th, 2010
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Doctors can diagnose genital herpes by looking at visible sores if the outbreak is typical, and by taking a sample from the sore for testing in a lab. Herpes can be difficult to diagnose between outbreaks. Blood tests, which detect HSV-1 or HSV-2 antibodies, can help to detect herpes in people without symptoms or during the time between outbreaks.
You can go to the free clinic to get tested for free! Good Luck!
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#3 by invisiblenez on February 7th, 2010
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When most women are tested for general STD’s it’s usually a pap smear. I wouldn’t be nervous about the process, it doesn’t really hurt it’s just uncomfortable for about 30 seconds to a minute.
Most of the time they test for oral herpes or HSV type 1 through an antibody test. An antibody test can only be done with a blood sample. In a general STD test I don’t think they will test for this.
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