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My bf& i both have hsv2genital. can it spread to the mouth area during oral sex, outbreak or not? should we avoid having sex if either has an outbreak
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Condoms: I always suggest abstaining during a breakout and if just beginning or just ending, always use condoms even for oral sexual stimulation.
Answered 5/17/2016
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