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If someone with genital herpes wears some underwear, and then washes them in the laundry, but someone else wears them after, can that individual get herpes?

Q: if someone with genital herpes wears some underwear, and then washes them in the laundry, but someone else wears them after, can that individual get herpes?

: If the washing involves using the usual washing machine and detergent-then no

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

If the washing involves using the usual washing machine and detergent-then no

Answered 10/29/2021

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No, herpes transmission is not possible in above scenario. Check cdc.gov for reliable information regarding herpes transmission.

Dr Singh agreed

Answered 10/29/2021

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A member asked:

If someone with genital herpes wears some underwear, and then washes them in the laundry, but someone else wears them after, can that individual get herpes?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Dr Singh agreed

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