Sexually transmitted diseases
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Although approximately 20% of the population has a genital herpes (HSV-2) infection, 80% of these infections are unrecognized or asymptomatic. Serologic identification of HSV-2 leads to recognition of infection, which could lead to behavioral changes that reduce transmission. However, there has been concern that HSV-2 testing among persons without symptoms will cause substantial psychosocial harm. ⋯ There was no apparent lasting adverse psychosocial impact of detecting HSV-2 infection among individuals without a history of genital herpes seeking herpes testing at an STD clinic.