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I have genital herpes. can i transfer the virus by sharing drinks and/or utensils?
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Herpes: It is reportedly pretty unlikely to pass herpes via inanimate objects because the virus does not survive outside the body for long. Genital herpes can be transmitted with or without the presence of sores or other symptoms and is often transmitted by people who are unaware that they are infected. The cold sore and herpes virus is generally spread by skin-to-skin contact.
Answered 11/18/2013
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No.: Genital secretions direct contact is how the virus is spread.
Answered 11/18/2013
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