I take care of a child that has HSV-2. Can I get it by accidentally touching the!
Question:
I take care of a child that has HSV-2. Can I get it by accidentally touching their urine?
You see...I was lifting the child up to place another diaper under her when I accidentally came in contact with some urine on the bed pad because her diaper had leaked. I washed my hands immediatley, but I am still concerned. Please help.
Answers:
No, you are fine.
Genital herpes is passed by sex and DIRECT skin to skin contact with the infected area. Since you didn't have DIRECT skin to skin contact with his genital area you should be okay.
I'd also suggest you wear gloves next time you change him, not only so you don't come in contact with his urine or feces, but because he has genital herpes. And, ALWAYS wash your hands afterward. Good luck!