Does anyone know the probability of spreading genital herpes while taking appror!


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Does anyone know the probability of spreading genital herpes while taking approriate precautions?

Assuming the infected partner is on daily meds, no sex during outbreaks, and the male is always using condoms, does anyone know the statistical probabilty of spreading type 2 herpes from an infected female to an uninfected male per encounter?

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2 weeks ago
I already knew that information from the first answers, but thanks. I was looking for the statistical probablity like 1/1000 per encounter given my assummptions. To the second answer, uh...go to hell?

2 weeks ago
To malevolent: um because my name is Steve and I was asking about an infected female spreading it to an unifected male. That could be why they made that assumption, ya think?


Answers:

Because herpes can be transmitted from someone who has no symptoms, using these precautions is not enough to prevent transmission. Recently, the Food and Drug Administration approved Valtrex for use in preventing transmission of genital herpes. It has to be taken continuously by the infected person, and while it significantly decreases the risk of the transmission of herpes, transmission can still occur.

Do not have oral genital contact in the presence of any symptoms or findings of oral herpes.
Using barriers such as condoms during sexual activity may decrease transmission, but transmission can occur even if condoms are used correctly. Condoms may not cover all infected areas.hope this helps you out?>>>>>




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