A member asked:

I get a herpes blister on my neck. can i transmit the virus through kissing or intercourse if my parter doesn't come in contact with the sore itself?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

No: Very unlikely to transmit. But still appropriate to use barrier method with intercourse.

Answered 1/18/2016

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Maybe risk orally: If the herpes diagnosis is correct, the main risk is from direct contact with sore. Probably HSV1, originally acquired orally. If so, maybe a chance you have virus in the mouth during your neck outbreaks; probably best to avoid kissing or performing oral sex at those times. It's unlikely you have a genital infection, so no risk from intercourse. She could be tested to see if infected and immune.

Answered 11/3/2016

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