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Q: any syptoms of numbness when you have herpes

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healthgal, Health Pro
8/10/08 8:47pm

It's conceivable that along with pain (with or without a tell tale herpes rash) you might experience numbness.

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6/19/09 10:09pm

I just had my first outbreak in Dec. (im 56F).. and i will tell you this... I was numb from front to back in the genital/anal area everyday for almost 3 months.  My dr. said it was rare, but can happen.  It finally went away.

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healthgal, Health Pro
6/19/09 10:30pm

I'd say it is rare but definitely not unheard of.  Remember part of the key to reducing recurrences is to try and remain stress-free and i know how difficult that can be.  Also make sure to check into all the options you have to manage the disease.

Good luck

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By SHAIA— Last Modified: 11/03/10, First Published: 08/10/08