Medically reviewed by Laura Young, MD Key Takeaways A positive herpes IgG test means you have a herpes infection or have had one in the past.The herpes IgG test detects antibodies, not the virus ...

I have a patient, lets call her Lisa, who requested a herpes test even though she has no symptoms. Her test came back positive, and now she wants to divorce her husband over it. I see this a lot: ...

It’s basically a SELF mantra at this point: Getting tested for sexually transmitted infections is hella important. Is it the most delightful way to spend your time? No. Is it a vital part of looking ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. If you’ve gotten a ...

Herpes is not only unpleasant but it can, in some cases, also have dangerous complications and life-threatening consequences. A research team has now introduced a completely new approach for treating ...