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A member asked:
If i have hsv1 genital and my partner has hsv1 oral and i'm on daily suppressant therapy what are risks of giving it to him genitally?
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Herpes: If you are taking the medication on a regular basis you are suppressing the shedding of the virus so there is no risk of giving it to him. Since he has oral herpes it would be wise for him to take suppressant therapy as well.
Answered 8/19/2014
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