Blood test: Age of partner doesn't matter. If you have sores, a culture may be helpful. If not a blood test within a few weeks can be helpful. There are 2 types of antibodies, one positive right after expsure, & the other remotely after exposure. Always practice safe sex, but a partner who knows they have herpes and avoids contact when symptomatic, may be safer than a partner who has herpes and doesn't know.
Answered 3/11/2016
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