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Can gential herpes be transferred by semen ?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Herpes: Yes. If the herpes infection is inside of the urethra.

Answered 1/8/2014

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

NO: Herpes is transmitted through a "skin to skin" contact, and thus if one has genital herpes, it can be transmitted sexually. Outbreaks with open sores certainly increases the risk of transmission greatly. Condom use can profoundly decrease the risk of transmission, but is not 100% effective. Best wishes.

Dr Rock agreed

Answered 1/9/2014

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