Question 1

could i breastfeed if i have genital herpes?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Wash your hands after going to the bathroom.  No problems with breast feeding.

Question 2

do people ever pass genital herpes virus through breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: If you have vesicles on your breast. It's ok to breastfeed when they  are gone.

Question 3

is it possible to pass the genital herpes virus through breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Not: The herpes virus generally passes through contact from an infected lesion to broken skin or mucus membrane. You wouldn't want to expose the baby (or anybody) to an open sore or contaminated hands or objects.

Question 4

could i have genital herpes from cold sores?

Accepted Answer

In a word, yes: Most associate type 1 with lesions near the lips and type 2 with genital lesions. However, either type can be found at both locations. Transfer of the germ to a specific site is an active process and germs can be shedding from a site with no visible sores.

Question 5

could i have genital herpes even if i don't have blisters?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You can even be contagious without blisters being apparent through a phenomenon called viral shedding.

Question 6

if i have genital herpes, could i be immune to oral herpes?

Accepted Answer

No: All forms of herpes are caused by a virus that lies latent in the body until it decides to cause external lesions. Once you have the virus it remains in the body and the strength of your immune system plays a role in whether you will exhibit lesions or not. Having one kind does not keep you from having another and actually makes you more likely to have breakouts in multiple areas.

Question 7

what to do if i have genital herpes, what to use for treatment?

Accepted Answer

It depends....: The standard drugs are valacyclovir (Valtrex®) or acyclovir (Zovirax® and generics), sometimes famciclovir (Famvir®). The need for suppressive treatment (to prevent outbreaks and reduce transmission risk) often depends on virus type: little need for most cases caused by HSV1, but usually a good idea for HSV2. See a doctor for professional advice, and testing for HSV type if not yet known.

Question 8

i have genital herpes. lots of blood and pain. how can i stop the bleeding?

Accepted Answer

See below: Herpes and bleeding have no direct association.       There are several causes for bleeding, but you need an evaluation to determine what is the best treatment plan.

Question 9

can my healing time from a massive surgery be affected if i have genital herpes?

Accepted Answer

No: You may be at risk for an attack of herpes. You can take valacyclovir 1 gram ( 1 pill) daily beginning a week before surgery and continuing at least a week after to prevent a recurrence at that time. It carries no risks or side effects.

Question 10

what to do if i have genital herpes, please tell me the best way to get rid of this?

Accepted Answer

See below: You can not get rid of it  there is no therapy that is effective in curing you of herpes.  However the symptoms that occur with this usually lessen with timet.

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