Hi again! I received my HSV results as follows: HSV culture and typing; negative, no herpes Simplex virus isolated. My OBGYN thinks there’s no need for an IGG test since this is conclusive, do you agree? The cut did subside that weekend after it bled a bit more. Is there ANY possible chance, despite my Gardasil shots, that this can be anal warts? Can warts manifest internally but not externally? I assume this is not herpes?

Welcome back, but I'm not certain why you found it necessary. I see no reason not to trust your ObG's opinion and advice. Although a negative PCR test does not rule out the possibility you have herpes, looking back at your several previous forum questions, there was previous evidence you don't have it. As for HPV and warts, they never cause genital ulcers or sores of any kind. Yes, warts can occur internally, but having had Gardasil, I think you should drop all concerns about HPV.---
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Thanks, doctor. I’ve been misdiagnosed with STDs in the past more than a handful of times, I’ve had doctors refuse to run cultures or tests and dismissed things as they were, when pathology says different because I’ve had to plead for testing. I’ve met doctors who don’t know simple facts on HSV, and like anyone else, we turn to the forum boards not to be nuisances and annoyances but to get second opinions. The clinical advice I’ve received versus what the doctors on this website have differed exponentially. And then there’s google as well. Im just trying to make the right decision not to burden anyone else who I may be sexually actively with. I apologize for the multitude of questions. 

All understood, and I don't mean to come across as complaining or insensitive to these issues. Unfortunately, your experiences are not uncommon. It certainly is true that many practicing physicians have less understanding of STDs than desirable. HSV might be the most common area of misunderstanding, since diagnosis and best treatment are more complex than most other STDs. That said, it doesn't apply to all of them, and if you're in an urban area of the US, you should be able to find a doctor or clinic with sophisticated understanding. A good option often is the Division of Infectious Diseases at an academic or other large, comprehensive medical center. ID also is an unofficial subspecialty among many gynecologists these days. And in a select few medical centers, there are particular centers of STD expertise. You might be able to find one or more such resources with diligent online investigation.---
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I'm glad you understand. I don't see any further question here, so that concludes this thread. Please note the forum policy against repeated anxiety driven questions. Having had so many, this should be your last one unless something comes up that wasn't addressed previously, i.e. entirely new symptoms, a unique exposure situation, and so on. The sponsor ASHA is not keen on collecting fees for questions with predictable answers, and repeated questions have limited educational value for other users, one of the forum's main goals. Such questions may be deleted without reply (and without refund of the posting fee. Thank you for your understanding. I do hope the discussions have been helpful. Best wishes and stay safe.---