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Can hsv2 be transmitted through a tanning bed? i keep seeing articles saying it is possible and others that say its only possible through skin to skin contact. whats true and whats not?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Any source that says tanning beds or any other nonsexual contact can transmit HSV2 is either lying or embarrassingly naive. Nobody catches HSV2 without having sex with an infected partner. See the reply to your other question: your partner has HSV2 and needs a blood test to document it. Good luck.

Answered 6/13/2022

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