can you spread herpes with your toothbrush? - Herpes Message Board

thirysomething · 10-15-2007, 11:01 AM

I have contracted herpes orally thru sexual contact. I believe you would say HSV2. Ugh! However, my concern is that I am always chasing my toddler out of my bathroom and I thought I took enough precaution to keep my toddler safe. Today, I found my tooth brush missing and q-tips everywhere. His trade mark, of course. Now I am concerned for my toddlers health and welfare since all toddlers put everything in their mouths. Any advice?

Ca.Girl2 · 10-15-2007, 12:54 PM

The virus does not live outside the body for any length of time. Your toddler is fine. Now, if he grabbed it immediately after you used it (when the handles still warm from your grip) that would be a different story.

You have been diagnosed with hsv2 orally?

A short while back there was a thread looking for input from people who have hsv2 orally.

thirysomething · 10-15-2007, 02:08 PM

I am new to this...
so, to clarify, yes I believe that I have HSV2 orally. However, I have not been diagnosed professionally. I just told my dr that now I have lesions in my throat. That was the end of it.

thirysomething · 10-15-2007, 02:10 PM

P.S. Thanks for the reply about my toddler. I just worry so much about my kids and their potential risk, especially now that i have it orally. They are at a greater risk. i sometimes worry about kissing them too.
Is there anyone else out there with the same type I have?

matter of time · 10-15-2007, 02:20 PM

You really should be diagnosed professionally so you know what you are dealing with and how to protect your child. From your symptoms described on your other thread it does not sound like herpes. Herpes does not last continually for 2 years. Your blood may test positive since you have it genitally. You should have your lesions cultured. Since you had herpes for a long time, I'd guess you have anitbodies that would make an oral infection mild at best.
Please get the facts and let us know what you find out.

Take it or leave it but try gargeling with Hydogen peroxide and water...20-30% Hydrogen Peroxide rest warm water. It really kills germs in your mouth/throat.