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A member asked:

Is it easy to get herpes on the fingers masterbating someone's penis if they have a herpes bump. i didn't touch anything else on my body?

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Dr. George Valdez answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

It's possible: It's called herpetic whitlow. Dont touch if you see sores, and always use condoms for intercourse.

Answered 11/15/2012

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