Mar
I was diagnosed with Herpes. I asked my doctor for Herpes medication, but he didn't give me any. He said to come back when I’ve an outbreak, which I don't think I’ve gotten any since the initial infection.
Are Herpes meds only for when you are breaking out? Or is my HMO physician being cheap? I’m sexually active and want to be very careful about spreading it, I don't want to infect anyone. My physician didn't provide me with much information about how to reduce chances of infecting others, except for use a condom. But can I kiss without worrying about spreading it? This is especially important for me, if I decided to marry someday. How can I live with someone and be intimate without infecting them? Would taking meds reduce the chances of spreading it? Is there a website that can help educate me about actually LIVING with herpes?
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Many Dr's. don't prescribe anti virals as they want your body to fight the virus. If you just had one infection it's possible you’ve HSV1 genitally or one of the lucky ones that don't get many outbreaks.
To lessen the risk of transmitting herpes first beware of your body and avoid sex if you feel you’re getting an outbreak, take a suppressive while in a relationship and wear a condom. I believe the risk factor is about 1-2% if these precautions are taken. The tests for shedding were done with valtrex.
As common as herpes is…I've heard it's often safer to have sex with someone that knows they’ve herpes than sleeping with those that don't think they have it but have never been tested!!!
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My sister has herpes. SHe states she gets very fatigued, and achey in that area before an outbreak. You should always use a condom like your doctor said, and if you think you might be getting an outbreak-don't have sex, it probably wouldnt feel to great anyways. Also, kissing won't spread herpes. However, if you did have an open soar, and then touched it and your mouth, then yes you could spread it. Just use good judgement.
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most herpes meds should be taken at the FIRST sign of an outbreak. or in bad cases, daily as a preventative measure. for your physician to diagnose you and not give you medications was wrong! once you break out you'll have the sores for a long time.. once you break out theres really nothing you can do until they go away. you need to prevent them with meds! see another doctor!
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Herpes has outbreaks, randomnly.
THere are two types of herpes.
One on the mouth, two in the genitals.
Unless you’ve type one as well, you should be ably to freely kiss someone without transmitting herpes.
Try going to a different doctor and ask them your questions
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Your physician should have advised you to take a medicine like prescription Valtrex. It is a medication that helps make the outbreaks less often and less severe.
It is possible to spread Herpes when you are not having an outbreak. The chance is small, but is still there.
Using a condom is always a good idea, but sometimes the Herpes outbreak happen in places not covered by a condom. You can also contract the virus by a sore that comes in contact with skin. Be extra careful.
The best advice I can give is be very cautious. Don't have sex during an outbreak. Advise any partners in advance (I know, I know… but it is the responsible thing to do). The danger of transmitting it through kissing is very small, but still there. If you’ve Herpes Simplex II, you probably do not have the oral sores, but you can get them there through oral sex and kissing.. you get the idea.
Good luck, and go to a physician that’ll prescribe you the Valtrex!!