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If my partner and i both have genital herpes and we are sexually active together with that cause more breakouts?
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No: If both of you have genital herpes, then there is no higher likelihood of infection. However, genital trauma to the skin (from rough intercourse) can sometimes predispose to a herpes outbreak. This doesn't imply a new infection, rather a reactivation of the virus.
Answered 3/27/2018
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