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A member asked:

How should i wrap up the herpetic whitlow on my finger? it is hard to completely cover the blister on the webbing between my finger

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Dr. Ralph Boling answered

Bandaid: and tape maybe best. A glove might also be helpful. Also taking an antiviral medication to help heal faster is an option.

Answered 7/26/2019

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My boyfriend has herpes on his penis. A few days ago he fingered me and I was a bit nervous about getting HSV. Is it likely to get it this way? He had no sores or blisters present at the time, also he was wearing a condom too?

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How long does the herpes simplex virus (1) last on a finger. if one touched a present oral blister that hasn't yet opened ,then touched another area?

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I work on a Holstein dairy farm. Today I cut my finger on a cows front teeth and got cows saliva on cut. Am I at risk of bovine herpes? is bovine herpes in humans reoccurring or curable after blisters go away. Any information would help. Thanks?

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Does herpetic whitlow on hand always hurt? If you pop the blisters and if you don't pop the blisters

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Ive read you can get herpetic whitlow after you touch someones sore with your finger. So I can get herpes infection if I touch sore with my finger?

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