how can you catch herpes?

Question

I found out today that someone I work with has herpes. we work in very close coridors and share things such as computers, phones, door knobs, and little things like pens. I dont know what kind of herpes it is though - He just found out he has it but he had what looked like sores or a rash on the side of his forehead. How contagious is it and how could it be spread? Am I and the others I work with at any risk?

Answer 1

its very contagious, and it could spread fast, just by kissing or having sex. You could tell someone has herpes by their lips, if you see little bumps, if you see those little bumps on a guy/her lips you should ask them if they're a cold sore or not, if they have genital herpes, then, you shouldn't have sex with them, because they'll give you herpes, and did you know that 4 out of 10 people in the whole universe will get herpes?

Answer 2

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Answer 4

Herpes Simplex 1 is usually caught via close skin contact, for
example kissing. Herpes Simplex 2 is usually caught via sexual
activities. Herpes Simplex 1 causes Oral Herpes or cold sores and
Herpes Simplex 2 causes Genital Herpes. Both types of Herpes
have been known to transfer to other parts of the body and
also to be highly contagious. Both types
also result in repetitive outbreaks but may also be latent
for years.

Herpes is mainly contagious when there is an outbreak. However
the period just before is also a substantial risk period. It is also possible
to spread Herpes even if you have never had an outbreak although this is rarer.
Herpes Zoster

Varicella Herpes Zoster spreads via the humidity in
the air and
is very easy to catch. Sneezing is a typical way of spreading
Herpes Zoster. It causes chickenpox
in children and shingles in seniors, both of which usually result
in one outbreak per lifespan.

Once you have caught a Herpes virus it is for life. The body cannot
dispose of this virus and there is no cure for it. It is estimated
that 50-80 % of the world's population have a Herpes virus but many
don't even know it. This is one of the reasons Herpes spreads so
easily.
Preventing the Spread of Herpes

To prevent spreading Herpes it is important to keep good hygiene
standards. If you have Herpes you should:

* Avoid sexual activity during an outbreak
* Avoid touching the affected area when you have an outbreak
* Wash your hands regularly
* Hold your hands over your mouth when you sneeze
* Do not share drinks, or food
* Do not share towels or other similar items
* Tell your partner that you have Herpes.

But most importantly you should SEE A DOCTOR for diagnosis, advice and
prescription medication. Antiviral treatment will lower the risk of
spreading Herpes.
Common Treatments for Herpes

For Oral Herpes you may use a cream containing either
Acyclovir or Penciclovir. The most common brands are Zovirax and Vectavir.
They are available without a prescription.

For Genital Herpes you should take either Acyclovir,
Famciclovir or Valacyclovir. They are all prescription drugs and your doctor will
decide which one is suitable for you.

Answer 5

Ultimate Herpes Protocol : http://www.HerpesByeBye.com

Answer 6

Theoretically, you *could* get herpes from any of those things, whether your co-worker has it or not.

Realistically, it's not very likely.

To catch herpes, you need to introduce the virus into a break in your skin, or a moist, susceptible place, like mucous membrane.

http://www.cdc.gov/std/Herpes/STDFact-Herpes.htm

http://www.niaid.nih.gov/factsheets/stdherp.htm

Answer 7

the herpes that turtles and tortoises can convey isn't transmitted to individuals, so long as you maintain the enclosure blank and recall to clean your arms after dealing with your tortoise then you definately must no longer get any factor out of your puppy, in over 30 years of tortoise maintaining i've not ever stuck whatever from tortoises, your greatest danger is salmonella however with well hygiene this must no longer be a main issue both, wish this is helping to calm your fears, great of good fortune honey.

Answer 8

Just keep your hands away from your mouth while your at work. Take some Purell with you if you want... don't know if it will help, but it seems like it would...