Question 1

so, for religious factors i can't be circumcised and i have hsv2. will the herpes eventually heal under foreskin if i'm taking acycloir?

Accepted Answer

Yes: I'm sorry you met this nuisance disease and hope that it can be controlled adequately.

Question 2

does being circumcised reduce the change of catching std's like herpes ?

Accepted Answer

No: If you are exposed the herpes virus will find its' way to you, circumcised or not.

Question 3

what to do if i got genital herpes but its at the tip of my foreskin can i still circumcised myself?

Accepted Answer

Not do-it-yourself: I'm confused. Genital herpes lesions may flare anywhere, and are infectious when lesions present, so not a good time to risk spread by circumcision, better to wait for all lesions to heal & scabs to fall off on own. Even then, can shed virus if unprotected. A professional will likely use 'universal precautions' to prevent risk of transmitting infectious disease.

Question 4

is herpes serious?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Herpes simplex  when sexually transmitted to an otherwise healthy adult usually manifests as a group of burning or painful blisters.  The problem in these individuals is the high potential for reccurrence and it's contagious nature. 
Herpes simplex infections in those with a poor or compromised immune system  such as aids or neonates on the other hand can be very serious.

Question 5

can herpes be cured?

Accepted Answer

No: Herpes simplex virus, like all members of this group of viruses, acts like a squatter.  Sets up shop in your body and remains there for the rest of your life, although you may never have symptoms.

Question 6

how did i get herpes?

Accepted Answer

From someone else: You get herpes from someone else who has it.  Hsv-2 is usually transmitted sexually.  Hsv-1, the cause of cold sores, is often acquired earlier in life through close personal contact that isn't sexual.

Question 7

what are symptoms of herpes?

Accepted Answer

HERPES SYMPTOMS: I am assuming you mean herpes simplex commonly known as cold sores. Symptoms are itching and burning, blisters located mainly on the lips and face, also on the genital areas. Occasionally on the fingers, buttocks, and other areas of the skin. Highly contagious. Caused by viruses.

Question 8

herpes and telling a partner?

Accepted Answer

Yes!: You should always tell you partner that you have herpes, for several reasons.  (1) it's the right thing to do...You'd want to know if the situation were reversed. (2) you can't always tell when you're contagious, (3) if antibody tests show that your partner doesn't already have it, you can take medication to prevent outbreaks and keep the herpes suppressed.

Question 9

how you tell you have herpes?

Accepted Answer

: You go in for an evaluation/testing when you develop sores involving your genitals.

Question 10

what is the caused of herpes?

Accepted Answer

Virus: Herpes is caused by virus. There are two most common ones - HSV (herpes simplex virus) type 1 and type 2. There is also herpes zoster that is a known cause of chicken pox and also shingles.

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So, for religious factors i can't be circumcised and i have hsv2. will the herpes eventually heal under foreskin if i'm taking acycloir?

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Does being circumcised reduce the change of catching std's like herpes ?

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What to do if i got genital herpes but its at the tip of my foreskin can i still circumcised myself?

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Is herpes serious?

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