Kwick-Test One Step Test for "Herpes" Genital Herpes is a sexually transmitted disease. There are more than 20 known sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Some of these STDs may be "silent" - a person could have the disease but might not notice any symptoms of the infection. Therefore, it is important to be tested for STDs if you are sexually active. A common STD is Herpes. This virus causes recurrent, periodic outbreaks of sores in the genital region and remains in you body for life. However, there are anti-viral therapies available that can shorten the duration of symptoms and discomfort. What Kwick-Test One Step "Herpes" Detects Kwick-Test One Step Herpes test is to screen for or diagnose infection with the herpes simplex virus. This test is for men and women who are sexually active. An annual exam by a doctor is encouraged. For women, the test screens for certain vaginal or uterine infections and consists of a sampling of cells from the cervical area by cotton swab. For men a swab or scraping from a blister or sore from the infected area is required. |
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