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What can i do if my girlfriend has herpes?
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Get tested: First, get tested. Almost 50 million americans have genital herpes, but only 10 - 20% know it. If you truly don't have it, then condoms can reduce the risk of transmission by approx 50% and she can take daily antivirals to reduce the risk further. In a yr of unprotected sex, you have a 4% chance of developing genital herpes from her. You can get a type specific antibody test at www.Sexualheath.Com.
Answered 11/29/2014
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