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My friend had a herpes outbreak had sex but she use condom and put a towel on top of her vagina so her boyfriend don't touch her skiin can he still ge?
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Unlikely: If it was protected it is less likely she will get infected.
Answered 1/4/2013
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Yes.: It is unwise to have sex during a herpes outbreak. Your companion should be on medication to prevent this. Virus is being shed 33% of the time, no lesions are present. Highly contagious and for life!
Answered 12/9/2013
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