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How long does it take for a child to get exposed to herpes 1or 2 if the mother unknowlinng exposed the child?

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Dr. Francine Yep answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

2-14 days: From time of exposure to developing herpes ["incubation period"] ranges from 2-14 days, average is usually 6-7 days. Sometimes you are exposed but never develop the disease, though.

Answered 3/26/2013

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