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Can you get hsv 1 genitally if you already have it orally? or are you immuned?

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Dr. Erinn Huffman answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Yes: Hsv 1 and 2 are now common both orally and genitally. Once you have the virus, you will always have the virus and have the possibility of recurrent outbreaks. It is also possible to contract hsv2 even if you already have hsv1.

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Answered 6/17/2014

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