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A member asked:
When a couple has herpes should they use protection with each other?
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Herpes Genitalia: Yes, because, at least theoretically, they both might have a different genetic type of the virus.
Answered 8/12/2013
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Yes and they need: Treatment esp. If they have active lesions or acute flare ups. Take care. .http://www.healthcentral.com/genital-herpes/c/86/54551/tips-outbreaks/http://m.wikihow.com/treat-herpes.
Answered 12/10/2013
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