sexual encounters - Herpes Message Board

Jem0316 · 10-14-2007, 07:27 PM

I recently found out i have herpes and am on valtrex. What can and can't I do sexually with others so that the virus is not transmitted?

lilanne19 · 10-14-2007, 10:14 PM

The only thing you shouldn't do is have sex during an outbreak. The rule is, don't have sex when you feel the prodromal symptoms (tingling etc.), during the ob and about a week after that due to the increased possibility of shedding.

Jem0316 · 10-16-2007, 01:33 PM

Thank you. So you can have sex at any other time and most likely you wont spread it?

Ca.Girl2 · 10-16-2007, 02:31 PM

Jem,

Lilanne gave you WRONG information. You always have the potential of shedding the virus even when you are not having an outbreak OR feeling the "tingling" pre outbreak. Condoms and suppressive medications can help reduce the spread of the virus but they are not 100% guaranteed to prevent you from spreading it.

I suggest you get yourself back to the place that tested you and collect the free pamphlets and start your education. Also, there is a fantastic information booklet on line. Its call the "Herpes Handbook".

Good luck and please be responsible.