Is treatment needed for a weak positive IgM result for herpes simplex virus type 2?
Disease description:
I have been infected with herpes simplex, and my skin is extremely itchy. The test report shows a weak positive for herpes simplex virus type 2 IgM. May I ask whether a weak positive result for herpes simplex virus type 2 IgM requires treatment?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Mingchuan
A weak positive result for herpes simplex virus type 2 IgM requires treatment. If not treated promptly, the condition may progress and potentially affect multiple organs, thereby endangering an individual's life and health. If the case is not particularly severe, treatment under a doctor's guidance may include topical application of penciclovir ointment, as well as oral acyclovir or valacyclovir.
