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Can you initiate extra herpes outbreaks by kissing and having sex while blisters are present?
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Yes: When blisters appear, the virus may be at it peak causing those symptoms, so close contact, especially sex can increase your risk of transfer with herpes.
Answered 12/31/2022
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