u/hopelesslils

Diagnosed in person with a case of genital herpes last week, swab test just come back negative?

Last week I noticed a sore/ulcer on my labia, went to the doctors last week and was told it was a herpes blister and got given a 5 day course of antivirals. I have just received my PCR tests back which have both tested negative, it was done by taking a swab of the sore.

This has got me worrying that it’s in fact something more serious, the doctor hasn’t gotten in contact with me about the results and what to do next and not sure they will. What are the chances of a false negative?

Just really gotten in my head that it must be something more serious and don’t know how to go about it.

Thanks in advance!

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u/hopelesslils — 2 days ago

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I had this rash develop somewhat out of the blue on my chin about 6 weeks ago. I’ve never had acne or skin problems, haven’t changed any products I use or anything. Anybody know what it may be? And if so what may be causing it and what can I do to treat it? Thanks

u/hopelesslils — 24 days ago