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How Is The HSV-2 Infection Contracted?
Question: I have type 2 herpes simplex.I am seeing a new girl but I am reluctant to have sex as I am paranoid of passing it on. If I am not having an outbreak and use a condom do you know the odds or chances of passing it on. Thank you.
Brief Answer:
There is substantial risk
Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXXXX
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I read your query and understand your concerns.
HSV 2 spreads often when there are no symptoms of disease through sexual contact.
However if there is consistent use of condom and no contact with body fluids the risk is negligible.
I hope this assists you.
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Replied by Dr. Ashok Kumar , 10 hours ago
There is substantial risk
Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXXXX
Thanks for using Health care magic.
I read your query and understand your concerns.
HSV 2 spreads often when there are no symptoms of disease through sexual contact.
However if there is consistent use of condom and no contact with body fluids the risk is negligible.
I hope this assists you.
If you have more questions I will be glad to assist you further.
If you do not have more questions, please close the discussion and if possible rate the answer for my future patients.
In future if you wish to contact me directly, you can use the below mentioned link:
http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-ashok-kumar/67386
Thanks and regards.
Replied by Dr. Ashok Kumar , 10 hours ago
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