Question 1

how do you get herpes and how would my partner knows she has it if she isn't seeing any signs?

Accepted Answer

Fluid exchange: Herpes is most commonly transmitted via fluid exchange through kissing, oral-genital sex, sexual intercourse. Usually, upon exposure, there is a latency period after which blisters appear that are painful. They are often noted as cold sores when they appear around the lips. If you had herpes before, you may not see the classic signs of pain/skin blisters/vesicles etc.

Question 2

i was just diagnosed with herpes type 1 last week. i'm currently with someone who knows the situation but i'd like to know if he could go down on me?

Accepted Answer

More info needed: Presumably you have been diagnosed with genital herpes due to HSV type 1, right? HSV1 mostly causes oral herpes but can cause genital. Most genital HSV1 causes few recurrent outbreaks and is not easily transmitted by sex. If you're talking about oral herpes, or just a positive blood test, then oral contact with your vaginal area ("going down") is little or no risk. See an expert. Good luck!

Question 3

so ok i have herpes ive known for 6 months my partner knows i have it to but we did not use a condom last night what now?

Accepted Answer

: You exposed your partner and may have infected them. It is less likely to pass if you are clear of an outbreak, but may pass anytime. People can take antiviral meds and suppress outbreaks. Condoms do not always prevent transmission. Your question is rather vague. What is done is done.

Question 4

i have herpes 1 (oral) and my girlfriend doesn't have it. i want to kiss her but i'm scared i will give it to her. she knows i have it. does anti viral medication help so she can't get it from? and how much does it help?

Accepted Answer

HSV is contagious: Even between episodes of visible cold sores (HSV) on lips, people can be asymptomatic shedders of the virus from saliva, and mucosal lesions. Valtrex (valacyclovir) and other oral antiviral agents can minimize viral shedding, but will not reduce risk to zero. You will be less likely to spread the virus if using the pill as chronic, suppressive medicine.

Question 5

pleae explain to me how do you know if you have herpes?

Accepted Answer

Experience: Experience, getting a good medical history, examining the patient, and doint proper testing.

Question 6

how do you know if you have herpes in your brain?

Accepted Answer

very ill: If you had herpes in your brain you would be extremely ill probably unconscious and in the hospital.

Question 7

how would  you know if you have herpes if you were check for them but the doctor over looked the herpes sore?

Accepted Answer

Herpes simplex: Not sure how a doctor could overlook an ulcer.  If you are not certain, seek a second opinion from someone who can examine you.

Question 8

i think i have herpes, i went to the dr, he didnt really say if i had them or not, but i dont know if i have the symptoms or if its imaginary ?

Accepted Answer

Recurrent blisters: Happen with herpes in most cases, if no active lesions it is more difficult to say.   Blood tests can show new or previous exposure.
HSV Type 1 lesions are usually less severe, (cold sores), very common. HSV Type 2 lesions are more severe and numerous, particularly with first outbreak.  Anti viral medication can help decrease recurrences.

Question 9

herpes on peni, s what will make it go away?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: There are treatments for herpes, but there is no cure for herpes it is forever.

Question 10

what are the chances of getting herpes through someones straw? even if they dont have any open sores?

Accepted Answer

: Herpes virus can be shedded even without eruptions being present. It is spread by skin to skin contact and if live virus was on the straw the virus can be transmitted. However I don't think It's a very likely occurrence.

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How to know if you have herpes

A member asked:

How do you get herpes and how would my partner knows she has it if she isn't seeing any signs?

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I was just diagnosed with herpes type 1 last week. i'm currently with someone who knows the situation but i'd like to know if he could go down on me?

A member asked:

So ok i have herpes ive known for 6 months my partner knows i have it to but we did not use a condom last night what now?

A member asked:

I have herpes 1 (oral) and my girlfriend doesn't have it. i want to kiss her but i'm scared i will give it to her. she knows i have it. does anti viral medication help so she can't get it from? and how much does it help?

A member asked:

Pleae explain to me how do you know if you have herpes?

A member asked:

How do you know if you have herpes in your brain?

A member asked:

How would you know if you have herpes if you were check for them but the doctor over looked the herpes sore?

A member asked:

I think i have herpes, i went to the dr, he didnt really say if i had them or not, but i dont know if i have the symptoms or if its imaginary ?

A member asked:

Herpes on peni, s what will make it go away?

A member asked:

What are the chances of getting herpes through someones straw? even if they dont have any open sores?

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