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Are there any recommendations for reducing the likelihood of a herpes outbreak (besides medication)?

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Herpes 1 or 2??????: Herpes 1, on the face, is often triggered by sun or fever or any injury to the area. So attention to these reduces hsv incidence. Genital attacks are similar. Avoid nude beach except at night. Use lube for sex. The most effective control is with pills. They are absolutely safe, even during pregnancy. They are inert except in presence of replicating herpes virus. They have less side effects than pl

Answered 9/28/2016

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