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Is Herpes Contagious With Sexual Intercourse?
Hello, My names Josh. and I recently found out my bestfriend of 9 years has herpes and We were having sexual intercourse the other day, and She said I cant get it unless she had an out break but I don't know what to do and im scared and I just need help
Wed, 12 Feb 2014
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Yes,definitely herpes in the genital regions is highly contagious because herpes can remain dormant in the nerve root ganglion for many years.
Whenever there is favourable environment,infection flares up.
So.there is high chances of you also getting herpes infection.
If there is any symptoms like sores on the penis,painful micturition and urgency of micturition ,consult your doctor at the earliest for physical examination and confirm your diagnosis.
Welcome to HCM
Yes,definitely herpes in the genital regions is highly contagious because herpes can remain dormant in the nerve root ganglion for many years.
Whenever there is favourable environment,infection flares up.
So.there is high chances of you also getting herpes infection.
If there is any symptoms like sores on the penis,painful micturition and urgency of micturition ,consult your doctor at the earliest for physical examination and confirm your diagnosis.
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