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Genital Herpes (with symptoms)

Swab of the affected area; if at first negative for herpes, follow later with a blood test to make sure. Must be done as soon as possible; “viral culture” test not as accurate after 48 hours. A negative culture does not mean that you do not have genital herpes.

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