How likely is it to pass herpes to my partner during an outbreak?
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How likely isn't really available as an answer. It implies that we have information about instances in which someone was infective and the other person did or did not become infected. That information's not really available. \n\nHowever, on statistical grounds (ie, doesn't really apply to this or that individual), it's possible to say that infection is more likely during an outbreak. Certainly virus is detectable more often during outbreaks than not. \n\nHowever, at least one recent study has shown that viruses are being shed before an outbreak becomes evident. So it seems that herpes can be passed on even then. On the other hand, there are people who have lived with, had sex with, and therefore been exposed to herpes, who have not in fact been infected. Just what's different cout them, incomparison to the vast range of infected folks, is unknown. Their mucosal immunity is more effective, perhaps? If so, how? \n\nSince you can't know if you're one of the lucky types who won't get infected, you should treat any source of infection with care. Always use barrier contraception insuch cases. And properly, too.
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if you are a child..please do not read this message......yes, your partner can give you genital herpes if he has an active fever blister (herpes simplex) and performs oral. now, studies has also shown herpes carriers are transmitting the disease even when the herpes sores are not present.
1024044
yes, but you're partner will get herpes too, and soo might the baby
501181
well no just depends how bad your outbreake is right now some people have to take it all the time some people only when they are broken out! you will not die from herpes but you can get very ill if you havnt been to the doctor or anything!there are people who have had herpes all there life and there just fine! you will not die if you dont take the pills but you need to take them when you are having an out break and dont stop until the out break is gone! sweetie look i am 17 and i have herpes i am just fine i have had it for two years goin on three!!! i wish you the best and no you will not get hiv if you dont take the pills! i wish you the best and no worries ok you will be fine i promise!
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http://www.herpes.org/\n\nIt is known that partners infected with genital herpes can transmit the infection to an uninfected partner BOTH when symptoms are present (such as redness and blisters) as well as when no symptoms are present (called "asymptomatic shedding"; see the paper on Asymptomatic Shedding at www.herpes.org ). Researchers have shown that viral shedding of herpes virus occurs very often from the genitals of the infected partner even when the infected partner has no symptoms: In some cases over 80% of the time. This means that an infected partner can transmit herpes to the uninfected partner even when no symptoms are present.
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Yes. \nA person is considered contagious when prodromal symptoms, active sores, and healing lesions are present, however herpes can be potentially contagious when no symptoms are present. That is, a person who has genital herpes has the potential to always be shedding active virus. \n\nBut keep in mind that everyone is different-- all bodies and immune systems are different, and the longer you're infected, the less common any such outbreaks will occur. The physical ailment is minor compared to the mental anguish brought about by those in the world who "aren't infected," or simply not informed on such matters. Funny how many people in the world who have HSV (or-al canker sores) and think they DON'T have herpes. And yes, even that form of HSV can be spread from a person's mouth to their partner's genitals through or-al contact. \nEver wonder why there are so many Valtrex commercials on TV these days? The increase in infections has skyrocketed since the '70's. I think W caused that, too. ;)
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genital warts usually are pasted from partner to partner during an outbreak.I would use protection though because your partner can be vulnerable to an out brake and not have signs aware to the human eye.Avoid unproductive sex when sick because the immune system is not strong enough and you can very much allow you to become infected.Once you have been exposed the virus stays in your system and you become a carrier.
516024
No, it's pretty much the only thing they don't test for. If you think you may have herpes and are pregnant then you have to tell your doctor. It could be life threatening to the baby during delivery. Usually the doctor will prescribe medication to be taken from 37 weeks and on. That way there is no chance of an outbreak when the baby is born. Or a C-section may be required.\nGood Luck and please make sure you talk to your doctor.
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HIV i believe your safe.  Herpes can take 7 years to even show symptoms though.  Since you already got her tested and did the deed, like one of my buddies does with his girl, get her on birth control and forget about condoms.
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I don't know if this helps.  It IS confusing to figure out how it might happen that you would be exposed 16 years ago and just now have an outbreak.  That doesn't seem possible.  However, it is possible to be infected 16 years ago and never have had a primary or recurrent outbreak.\n\nWhat Happens\n\nYou can become infected with genital herpes when the herpes simplex virus (HSV) enters the body through sexual or other direct contact with herpes sores. HSV infections cannot be cured. Once you are infected with HSV, the virus remains in your body for the rest of your life. Many people do not develop symptoms and thus are unaware that they have the virus.\n\nFirst-time (primary) outbreak\n\nThe incubation period—the time from exposure to genital herpes until the primary outbreak of infection—is 2 to 14 days. The entire body may be affected, causing you to feel as though you have the flu. Blisters appear around the genitals or anus or in the area where the virus entered the body. The blisters break within a few days and become painful, oozing sores. The sores usually heal within 3 weeks (without treatment) and do not leave scars. Sores that occur in women usually take longer to heal than sores that occur in men.\n\nRecurrent outbreak\n\nAfter the primary outbreak, the herpes simplex virus remains in the nerve cells below the skin in the area where the sores first appeared. The virus stays in the nerve cells but becomes dormant, causing no symptoms. In most people, the virus becomes active from time to time, traveling from the nerve cells to the skin and causing repeated blisters and sores (recurrent outbreaks). \n\nSores from recurrent outbreaks usually heal faster and are less painful than those from the primary outbreak. People report that certain factors such as stress, illness, new sex partners, or menstruation may trigger recurrent outbreaks.\n\nAbout half of the people who have recurrent outbreaks of genital herpes feel an outbreak coming a few hours to a couple of days before it happens. They may feel tingling, burning, itching, numbness, tenderness, or pain where the blisters are going to appear. This is called the prodrome.\n\nPeople who have symptoms average five outbreaks per year during the first few years. Most have fewer outbreaks after that. The pattern of recurrent outbreaks—how often genital herpes infections return and how long outbreaks last—varies greatly. Some people have many outbreaks each year while others have only a few or none at all.\n\nGenital herpes infections caused by HSV-1 recur less frequently than those caused by HSV-2.
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Women with the herpes virus infection can have healthy children despite the infection, and the risk of transmission to the foetus or newborn baby is low, especially if the infection is acquired before or during the first half of the pregnancy. It is important to know that women may shed the virus with or without symptoms and that they are infectious despite the lack of obvious symptoms. Your partner should do a blood test for the herpes virus and if he is negative, then you should consistently use condoms or dental dams.  \nI found this site, you can read more about it.\n\nhttp://www.webmd.com/hw/genital_herpes/hw264763.asp
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No- there is no way to get herpes if your partner doesn't have it.  Your partner should be tested though to make sure he doesn't have it-  just because someone doesn't have sores, doesn't mean they don't have it.
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Thats good to know. I was never tested for Herpes and then had a outbreak at the age of 28, married for 4 years with 2 kids.\nI never knew.
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Lets clear up a misunderstanding.  Even if no active lesions are present it is still possible to transmit herpes.  Before and after an active visible lession is present the virus throws off parts of itself.  These can and often do transmit the virus.
400709
yes, that means you have Herpes 1, but don't worry, like 91% of everyone in america has herpes 1.  The cold sores are outbreaks and occur when you are stressed.  This is just when the virus expresses itself.\n\nHerpes 2 is genetal herpes (the STD)\n\nBUT you can transfer these.  like if you have a cold sore and give someone o r a l s e x they can get genital herpes (herpes 2).\n\nSo basically, don't give anyone o r a l s e x if you have a cold sore! lol
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Herpes can be transferred pretty easy. I got it after having sex ONE time with a guy who had it! \n\nI've read that there are couples who have been together 10 or more years, one partner has herpes and the other doesn't. I have been with my fiance for 5 years, I have it, and he doesn't. That doesn't mean that he will never get it though, he just hasn't so far. When I am on a breakout, we absolutely do not have sex, no matter what.\n\nIf you have a new partner that doesn't mean he will get it. To be sure though, and safe, you might want to use condoms every time! I hope that answered your questions. Good luck!
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You will not pass the cold sores (HSV-1) on to your child.  Herpes is a virus and must be passed through contact.  If your partner has genital herpes, she may spread the virus to the baby through childbirth.  \n\nBe careful about kissing your baby when you do have cold sores because they are highly contagious.  Also, know that cold sores can be passed to the genitals through oral sex.\n\nHope this helps!