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I had sexual intercourse with someone who has genital herpes. we used protection and there were no visible signs of sores....what are my chances of co?

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If active ulcers: Higher chance, if no active lesions, lower chance. Your partner could take antiviral suppression medication, to lower risk of spread to you.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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