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I only get cold sores not often once a year and was told i have hsv 2 no symptoms ever. what does this mean can i still pass it easy to someone else?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

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HSV-1 vs. HSV-2: Most of the general population has hsv-1 which causes cold sores. Hsv-2 is the virus that causes genital herpes, and you may just be lucky in that you have no sores and/or physical symptoms. You may be a "carrier" without active symptoms. You may still transmit the disease, so you need to practice safe sex. Hope this helps.

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Answered 6/28/2018

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A member asked:

I only get cold sores not often once a year and was told i have hsv 2 no symptoms ever. what does this mean can i still pass it easy to someone else?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Munshower answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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