[Question #11077] Ghsv1 and hsv2

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17 months ago
My girlfriend of 2 years caught ghvs1 over 20 years ago. She has only ever had few outbreaks on her vagina but  typically has it on her nostril once a year… I been diagnosed with hsv2 over 5 years ago. I only hav maybe 2 outbreaks per year. since she has ghsv1 can she contract hsv2 from me?
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Terri Warren, RN, Nurse Practitioner
17 months ago
Yes, she can definitely contract HSV 2 from you but you will likely never contract HSV 1 from her as HSV 2 protects against the acquisition of HSV 1.  You may wish to consider daily antiviral medication and condom use to reduce the risk of transmission to your partner.
Terri
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