Positive HSV1 hgg >38, but negative HSV2 hgg, and having genital OB

[Saveme51]

Please don't judge. I'm married with kids and had an affair for over 3 years til recentlt. My boyfriend, who's married with kids as well, had a UTI back in July 2018, then I thought I got one. Decided to get tested for all STDs, even though I have in the past with negative results. I didn't know that HSV was not included in some previous tests. I come to find I have HSV1 antibodies from an hgg test stating > 38, but negative for HSV2. i WAS REALLY SHOCKED IN THAT i HAD THIS AT ALL. i also was having an acute infection I felt in my genitalia. Two weeks after, I felt a cut down there. The culture was negative, but ever since I've been having burning, tingling, and then notice couple bumps. I'm assuming I have it down in my genitalia. Would anyone assume it would be GENITAL HSV1? I can't believe I've never noticed these symptoms before, being I've been experiencing this uncomfortable feeling since July.

[Saveme51]

Even though my culture was negative, my gyn told me that it looked like HSV, so I'm assuming I have it on my genitalia.

[Strength123]

Hello @Saveme51,

To be better safe than sorry I would proceed as if it is HSV1 and take all the recommeded precautions not to spread the virus. HSV1 can be found genitally but it's not as common, if I were you I would continue to go in for the swab test when symptoms appear genitally to be sure. 

Wishing you all the best,

Strength123

 

[Saveme51]

Yes that’s what I’m doing thanks.