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I touched a store bought item i bought, public door handles, and a public bathroom stall door. i then did not wash my hands and touched/rubbed/inspected my outer vaginal area. could i get herpes from this (since i didnt clean my hands)?

Q: i touched a store bought item i bought, public door handles, and a public bathroom stall door. i then did not wash my hands and touched/rubbed/inspected my outer vaginal area. could i get herpes from this (since i didnt clean my hands)?

: No, herpes transmission is not likely in above described circumstances, check cdc.gov for reliable information. Unfortunately a variety of other infections are possible, hands hygiene remains critical.

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No, herpes transmission is not likely in above described circumstances, check cdc.gov for reliable information. Unfortunately a variety of other infections are possible, hands hygiene remains critical.

Answered 2/4/2022

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A member asked:

I touched a store bought item i bought, public door handles, and a public bathroom stall door. i then did not wash my hands and touched/rubbed/inspected my outer vaginal area. could i get herpes from this (since i didnt clean my hands)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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