A member asked:

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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