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What is the likelihood of me transmitting herpes to my boyfriend?

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Depends: If you are on suppressive therapy (such as daily Valtrex (valacyclovir) or acyclovir) and also use a backup, the chances are low. However, not using a backup and/or not being on suppressive therapy greatly increases your risk while having an outbreak, so you want to be abstinent during that time for sure.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/18/2015

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