
Is Protected Sex Safe In Presence Of Herpes?

Question: I met a girl whom i really like but she tells me she has herpes. She says she takes meds to prevent breakouts. should i always use a condom? what if i decide to marry this woman?
Brief Answer:
Using condom may not help
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
Herpes spreads by touch, hence using condom may not provide 100% safety. You may still contract the infection by touch.
I recommend complete cure of the infection in the girl of interest before you get engaged physically.
Marrying her may not be a question, herpes can be cured to an extent where relapses are very less or nil.
Get her consulted to a Gynecologist or a Sexual disease specialist.
Wish you good health.
Regards,
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

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