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Is it possible to have hsv2 for over 5 years with no symptoms, then suddenly have an initial outbreak?

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Dr. Amy Swift-johnson answered

Yes: Herpes is a virus that can be 'dormant', that means hidden and not active. It can be in our blood for years and with stress to your body ( lack of rest, increase activity, illness etc...) it can be reactivated.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/7/2014

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A member asked:

Is it possible to have hsv2 for over 5 years with no symptoms, then suddenly have an initial outbreak?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amy Swift-johnson answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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