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Can you catch genital herpes and genital warts by using a infected dirty towel or wash cloth?

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Dr. David Hettinger answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Viral contamination: Possibly you could contract herpes or warts in this manner - especially if the towel was used by an infected person. Would you use a dirty towel?

Answered 12/8/2018

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