I have genital herpes. My kids DO NOT have it. If they used the same bar of soap or sponge or even the same towel as me, could they get herpes?
2006-10-30 02:34:37 · 6 answers · asked by carebear 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ STDs
No, i don't think they can get it like that. Because you actually have to get in contact with an open sore/blister. If you don't have an outbreak i think it'll be fine with your kids using the same soap, sponge and of course a towel. I am not a doctor or a nurse so i can't guarantee it but you should check with either one.
2006-10-30 05:13:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Transmission through these routes is fairly rare - But, yes, the possibility exists. They would have to have open sores and you would have to have an active outbreak or be experiencing your pre-outbreak tingle/itch/discomfort.
The virii can live only for 24-48 hours outside of a "host" under normal circumstances.
2006-10-31 09:41:49 · answer #2 · answered by sovereign_carrie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES they can get it. GIVE them separate towels+soap.
2006-10-30 13:23:32 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a possibility, especially if you are having a flare up. Just play it safe and have separate linens for you and separate ones for your children.
2006-10-30 13:50:05 · answer #4 · answered by Shana H 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes of course the can get it.
2006-10-30 11:58:02 · answer #5 · answered by Laea 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes they are
2006-10-30 11:53:33 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋