TwiLight172 Posted August 9, 2005 Share Posted August 9, 2005 My boyfriend has genital herpes and I was wondering if i could get it from giving him oral sex even if he didn't have any symptoms or present sores? And if so, what kind of sores could i get if it's possible to transmit this way?Thank you Link to comment
Hope75 Posted August 9, 2005 Share Posted August 9, 2005 Yes, you can get it from giving him oral sex, even with no visible sores or outbreaks. It is transmitted via vaginal, anal or oral sex, and studies are showing that it is not necessary for an outbreak to be present in order for it to be transmitted. This means that you need to use a condom every time you come in contact with him sexually in any way, including oral. The good news is they make flavored condoms, so you can have fun with it too. Make sure you protect yourself, as you know it's permanant and there is no cure. Link to comment
Kurodashi Posted August 9, 2005 Share Posted August 9, 2005 In addition to what Hope just said, Id also like to add that there is medication for genital herpes that lowers the chance of your partner contracting the disease. If he's not on it at the momment, maybe you could also ask him to go to the doctor about getting a percription for some, just to be extra safe Link to comment
SaRaHmArIe8588 Posted August 9, 2005 Share Posted August 9, 2005 yes you can get it. it happened to a friend of mine, while her boyfriend wasnt showing any signs. She got multiple cold sores in the corner of her mouth. Be careful next time! Link to comment
suprema99 Posted August 9, 2005 Share Posted August 9, 2005 I agree, If you know somebody who's got it, you got to ask the question. Most likely I will get it probably also if I continue, and why didnt't they take any measure not to get it either in the past? Link to comment
TwiLight172 Posted August 9, 2005 Author Share Posted August 9, 2005 We always use protection and I dont give him oral sex but he has asked for it and i wanted to make sure just in case. Link to comment
SaRaHmArIe8588 Posted August 9, 2005 Share Posted August 9, 2005 so you did you use protection when you performed oral? Link to comment
melrich Posted August 9, 2005 Share Posted August 9, 2005 There are many very good sites on the internet devoted to management of genital herpes. You really should read these. Herpes is a shedding virus. Whilst a condom offers some protection, because of the shedding nature of the virus the protection is limited at best. Link to comment
njmandela Posted January 13, 2006 Share Posted January 13, 2006 The herpes virus is evil. There are many treatements available, although none will destroy the virus. link removed That site has a fair bit of information, plus an extensive list of links to other sites. There are a few commercial products and drugs that may help. Start with Abreva and Valtrex. -NJ Link to comment
LiquidCherry Posted January 13, 2006 Share Posted January 13, 2006 I sent you a private message. Link to comment
Arrowsmith Posted February 26, 2006 Share Posted February 26, 2006 Umm... for what it's worth I've had herpes for ~5 years now and have received unprotected oral sex an a few occasions during that time. As far as I know I've never transmitted the virus to anyone. Link to comment
ShySoul Posted February 26, 2006 Share Posted February 26, 2006 Info on transmission of herpes. Link to comment
fishrrshortae Posted February 27, 2006 Share Posted February 27, 2006 I was under the impression that you can contract herpes easily, regardless of condom use, because the virus sheds itself via the skin on the infected person and can transfer over to the partner. Correct me if I'm wrong, but if I'm not, please be extra careful Link to comment
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