Question 1

how can genital herpes 1 be spread?(mouth herpes on genitals) through oral?sex? and does it cause pain in thighs at all? or give prickly sensations?

Accepted Answer

Genital or oral sex: Genital herpes due to HSV1 is not commonly spread at all, a lot less than HSV2. Outbreaks and asymptomatic viral shedding are infrequent. But transmission is possible by intercourse (genital to genital) or oral sex (genital to mouth). GH doesn't cause leg pain or give "prickly sensations" -- maybe rarely just before an outbreak, but never the only symptom and never lasting more than 1-2 days.

Question 2

hello, im worried about herpes. i got tested for oral & genital herpes 1 day and a half after i received oral from a stranger & kissed him. but now im feeling that my penis itches after i pee until i shower what could it be?

Accepted Answer

STD's: You can get tested for std's including herpes at a health clinic, planned parenthood clinic(for females), men's wellness clinic(for males) or your physician can order the testing. Itching of the penis is one symptom of a yeast infection and you may have to visit a physician to get diagnosed and treated for this if the a clinic doesn't include this test. Condoms are best protection against std's.

Question 3

what are the chances of getting genital herpes from one time exposure?

Accepted Answer

Possible: Genital herpes can cause oral infection and oral herpes can cause genital infections even when no eruptions are present although transmission of the virus is much more likely during breakouts. 20% of all adults are infected with genital herpes and up to 80% of adults are infected with oral herpes and the virus can be transmitted even when there are no symptoms or lesions present.

Question 4

no symptoms of genital herpes after one year so would you try for baby now?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Having herpes simplex should not inhibit you from becoming pregnant, but bear in mind that you must convey this information to your obstetrician, and they will decide how to manage your delivery.  Many will strongly suggest c-section to prevent the baby from becoming infected during transport through the vaginal barrel, which contains the virus even if you don't have symptoms.

Question 5

will i get oral or genital herpes from one exposure with a sexually active person i received oral?

Accepted Answer

: The risk of sexually acquired HSV usually is very low from any particular exposure. If receving oral sex was the only exposure, it's even lower -- probably under one chance in many thousand, even if your partner has oral herpes. Do you have reason to believe he has oral herpes or was having an outbreak? If not, please try not to worry!

Question 6

hello i was tested positive for genital herpes at one clinic and i went to another and i was positive for an yeast affection i dont have any symptoms of herpes i would like to know is it possible to be tested positive for an std & not have it ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Aside from falsely positive tests, previous exposure may turn out positive in tests, meaning that you have a dormant infection without active lesions at the time of the test.your best reference would be your doc who can comment on actual results and design a plan going forward.

Question 7

i have genital herpes hsv 1. can i spread it orally?

Accepted Answer

Genital herpes: Yes, it can be spread with oral sex

Question 8

how does the transmission of genital herpes simplex 1 work?

Accepted Answer

Usually through oral: Usually follows oral sex but may occur through genital sex in an infected partner with genital herpes simplex 1.

Question 9

i currently have an outbreak of genital herpes simplex 1 (diagnosed recently ).  do i need to be lysol wiping the toilet seat for infection control?

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: If the toilet you have used is just for you, it's absolutely no need to disinfect.... If using public toilets, it's optional because the toilet users after you have no chance to contact your out-breaking sites with their broken-very unlikely-skin. So, the likelihood to transmit herpes virus is almost next-to-none. Clinically, I don't believe there has been a study being done to address the answer.

Question 10

whatre the chances are of me giving my boyfriend genital herpes hsv 1 from saliva, and my lips not touching his genitals. my cold sore was almost gone?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: It's impossible to say what the statistical chances are of transmitting herpes with a single encounter. If you've recently had a cold sore, of course the chances are higher. But the virus can be shed even when no sore is present. It's a discussion and risk/benefit analysis that you and bf have to have with one another and make decision that feels comfortable for you.

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How can genital herpes 1 be spread?(mouth herpes on genitals) through oral?sex? and does it cause pain in thighs at all? or give prickly sensations?

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Hello, im worried about herpes. i got tested for oral & genital herpes 1 day and a half after i received oral from a stranger & kissed him. but now im feeling that my penis itches after i pee until i shower what could it be?

A member asked:

What are the chances of getting genital herpes from one time exposure?

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No symptoms of genital herpes after one year so would you try for baby now?

A member asked:

Will i get oral or genital herpes from one exposure with a sexually active person i received oral?

A member asked:

Hello i was tested positive for genital herpes at one clinic and i went to another and i was positive for an yeast affection i dont have any symptoms of herpes i would like to know is it possible to be tested positive for an std & not have it ?

A member asked:

I have genital herpes hsv 1. can i spread it orally?

A member asked:

How does the transmission of genital herpes simplex 1 work?

A member asked:

I currently have an outbreak of genital herpes simplex 1 (diagnosed recently ). do i need to be lysol wiping the toilet seat for infection control?

A member asked:

Whatre the chances are of me giving my boyfriend genital herpes hsv 1 from saliva, and my lips not touching his genitals. my cold sore was almost gone?

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