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A member asked:

Help! is it possible to have herpes if you're a virgin?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: especially if it is a cold sore on or near your lip.

Dr Ferguson and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 8/15/2014

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