A member asked:

My boyfriend has ulcerative colitis and i have hsv-2. today i noticed a small breakout on my inner labia right after we had sex (with a condom). is there anything we can do now in this incubation period to prevent transmission to him? im terrified?

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Long-term suppressive therapy with antiviral agent such as acyclovir does reduce recurrence of breakouts and transmission of the virus to your partner. Consult with your PCP or internist.

Answered 10/15/2022

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