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Hv had oral herpes since 12. am now able to cntrol and avoid breakouts. can i have oral sex with my partner?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

With protection: Even though you are not breaking out, you may be shedding virus from your mouth at any given time and be infective. Use of a dental dam or other such barrier may provide protection may protect women or a condom for men.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 3/26/2013

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Yes but: Yes but there is a possibility of transmission of herpes.

Answered 2/28/2013

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