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Can you get HSV-1 without kissing?
Herpes (oral & genital) cannot be spread through inanimate objects such as spoons, glasses, razors, towels, bed sheets, etc. Herpes can only be passed through direct skin-to-skin contact with the infected area such as kissing, oral sex, genital-to-genital rubbing, vaginal, and anal sex.
Should I tell someone I have HSV-1 before kissing?
HSV-1 is highly contagious, so if you have a cold sore, it’s important to mention it to your partner before you kiss or have sexual contact.
Should I date someone with HSV-1?
People who have active herpes can start dating and engaging in sexual contact once they have been treated and recovered (after at least 7 days after the rash goes away), but it is important that they are honest with their partners.
Can HSV1 turn into hsv2?
People who already have HSV-1 infection are not at risk of getting it again, but they are still at risk of acquiring HSV-2 genital infection (see below). Pregnant women with symptoms of genital herpes should inform their health care providers.
What are the chances of transmitting HSV-1 by kissing?
The first question posed by Roberty was “what are the chances” of transmitting HSV by kissing when no visible oral cold sores are present. The answer still is that for any single kiss, the odds are low. Of course some people acquire genital infection by oral contact, as you did; that doesn’t mean that everybody does.
Is it possible to get herpes from kissing?
You dont have to have an ob of hsv on your mouth to pass it to someone that you kiss, the virus may be shedding cells and thus being passed to whomever you kiss on. A related discussion, how much contact is necessary for herpes was started.
What is the difference between HSV-1 and HSV2?
HSV-1 is associated with oral herpes, which occurs on the lips and mouth. You may notice cold sores or blisters around your mouth or on your lips if you have HSV-1 infection. HSV-2 is associated with genital herpes, which can cause serious health complications.
Is it safe to kiss someone with a cold?
We can get a cold, a flu. Aunt Gertrude can kiss us on the cheek with a cold sore and all of the sudden we have HSV-1. It’s not “safe” like it’s never like, “Oh it’s a hundred percent safe to kiss anybody.” But it’s usually worth it.