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If you have genitle herps how would a person get herpes in the anus?
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Direct contact: Most likely through direct contact of skin that is affected by the herpes with the anal region, or through anal intercourse, or through oral to anal contact (rimming) with someone who has oral herpes.For more information www.Askyourgynecologist.Org.
Answered 4/18/2014
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