A member asked:

I didn't know i had herpes 2 could he still get it even though he hasn't had an out break?

7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: An outbreak isn't required for transmission of the herpes simplex virus.

Answered 7/6/2014

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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Yes: Herpes virus can be shed and spread even when there isn't a clinical lesion present. You can get an oral prescription that reduces the shed of the virus to 1 in 365 days if you take it daily.

Answered 7/17/2016

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Dr. David Krulak answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: HSV can be transmitted even in the absence of active lesions, although it is less likely than when lesions are present.

Answered 5/7/2016

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