There are at-home herpes testing kits available for purchase online or at some drugstores. These kits typically involve collecting a sample of your own blood or swabbing the affected area and sending it to a laboratory for analysis. However, it’s important to note that these tests are not always accurate and may produce false negatives or false positives.
When to Seek Professional Help
If you suspect you have herpes, it’s best to seek professional help from a healthcare provider. They can perform a physical exam, take a sample of the affected area, and send it to a laboratory for testing.
If you do test positive for herpes, your healthcare provider can prescribe antiviral medication to help manage symptoms and reduce the risk of transmission.
