- Female
- 34 Years
- 14 days ago
Hello doctor, is HSV 2 dangerous? Does it cause lifelong body ache and abdominal pain as I am experiencing? My report shows positive antibody 8.0. Can it spread to my 5 month old baby through carrying him or by touch?
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HSV 2 is mainly spread through intimate contact, not casual touch. Carrying or being near your baby will not spread it unless you have active sores. An antibody level of 8.0 shows past exposure, not necessarily active infection. If in doubt, consult your doctor for viral load testing or further guidance.
Dr. Vasanthasree Suggests...
Take a HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS (HSV) TYPE 1 & 2 DNA PCR - QUALITATIVE Test or Take a CBC Test (Complete Blood Count) Test
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