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I am female and have hsv2 in my perianal area. how can i protect my partner? can i use a bandage? i worry condoms are useless with where it is.
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Preventing herpes: Correct, bandages won't help. Most HSV2 transmission occurs when no visible outbreak. The ways to prevent genital HSV2 transmission are 1) no sex during outbreaks until healed, 2) consistent condom use, 3) suppressive treatment with anti-HSV drug, usually valacyclovir (Valtrex) once daily. Condoms should work for herpes of the perineum, and virus probably is present elsewhere in your genitals.
Answered 10/4/2015
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