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Can Non Penetrative Sex Cause Possible Contraction Of STD?

Hello, I have a few questions about the potential risk of contracting herpes from various activities. I have started a relationship with a girl with HSV-2. We have decided not to have sexual intercourse as we can only see each other for the next few months. However we were wondering about other acts, in particular the risk associated with me masturbating her and her giving me oral sex. She does not have oral HSV-2 but is there still any potential risk of contracting it that way? I know manual masturbation on my part carries some risk but it is very low. Is this accurate? Also, she is on Valtrex. Any clarification on this would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Thu, 27 Aug 2015
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Hello Sir,

Thank you for your question and welcome to Health Care Magic. I understand your concern.

Most cases of HSV-2 infection are spread through sexual transmission. Since your partner is infected she already has the virus in her vaginal secretions, which means that when a seronegative partner comes in sexual contact with these secretions, the virus can enter the body through mucosal surfaces tip of the penis, anus, or mouth or micro-abrasions on the skin (eg, the penile shaft, scrotum, thighs, or perineum). It means that if you have small cuts on your hands, you might get the virus, but the potential risk is low. Regarding the question of her giving you oral sex, the risk of transmission is again very low, since you mention that the infection is only located in the genital area.
You mention that your partner is in a treatment regime with Valtrex, which again lowers the possibility of transmission, but it doesn't disappear it.

Hope my answer helped. Feel free to ask again.

Take Care,
Dr. Ina

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Can Non Penetrative Sex Cause Possible Contraction Of STD?

Hello Sir, Thank you for your question and welcome to Health Care Magic. I understand your concern. Most cases of HSV-2 infection are spread through sexual transmission. Since your partner is infected she already has the virus in her vaginal secretions, which means that when a seronegative partner comes in sexual contact with these secretions, the virus can enter the body through mucosal surfaces tip of the penis, anus, or mouth or micro-abrasions on the skin (eg, the penile shaft, scrotum, thighs, or perineum). It means that if you have small cuts on your hands, you might get the virus, but the potential risk is low. Regarding the question of her giving you oral sex, the risk of transmission is again very low, since you mention that the infection is only located in the genital area. You mention that your partner is in a treatment regime with Valtrex, which again lowers the possibility of transmission, but it doesn t disappear it. Hope my answer helped. Feel free to ask again. Take Care, Dr. Ina