Is it possible to infect yourself with genital herpes by masturbating with your own saliva?

Question

If you use your own saliva for lubrication when masturbating (spitting in your hand) is it possible to transmit herpes to your genitals? Even if you didn't currently, or have never had cold sores on your mouth?

I've read endless FAQs about HSV-1 and HSV-2 and never found an answer.

Answer 1

If you've never gotten cold sores before, I wouldn't worry. You can't transmit a virus that wasn't there to begin with.

Answer 2

There are two types of herpes simplex virus: HSV-1 and HSV-2. Both virus types can cause sores around the mouth (herpes labialis) and on the genitals (genital herpes). Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV).
Cold sores sometimes called fever blisters, are groups of small blisters on the lip and around the mouth. The skin around the blisters is often red, swollen, and sore. The blisters may break open, leak a clear fluid, and then scab over after a few days. They usually heal in several days to 2 weeks.
The herpes simplex virus usually enters the body through a break in the skin around or inside the mouth. It is usually spread when a person touches a cold sore or touches infected fluid—such as from sharing eating utensils or razors, kissing an infected person, or touching that person's saliva. A parent who has a cold sore often spreads the infection to his or her child in this way. Cold sores can also be spread to other areas of the body.
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Answer 3

About 60% of all people have HSV-1, the virus that causes cold sores. Many people who carry HSV-1 ¡¡¡Never have cold sores!!! So if you have never had a cold sore, you might still be carrying HSV-1 anyway.

Can you spread the virus (and subsequent lesions) to your genitals? NO. Once it lives in its preferred site near your jaw, it doesn't want to live south of the border.

Can HSV-1 turn into HSV-2 (the virus that causes genital herpes?). NO. They're similar, but not the same.

Yes, you can catch HSV-1 and 2 if you have never had them previously, but acquire it from other sources, but I gather you already knew that.

In short, even if you have HSV-1 now (which you probably do), masturbating with spit isn't going to make your penis break out.

Still, if you're just masturbating, baby lotion is a better idea. It's better for your skin.

Answer 4

Cold sores are caused by the herpes virus. Many of us already have the cold sore virus dormant in our bodies, and never have a flare up of cold sores. We contracted it as children, as it is a very common virus, and children pick it up easily as they often share food and drinks, and may be less concerned about hand washing and hygiene. Cold sores can be transmitted even when the person does not have a cold sore, though it is less likely to happen then.

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Answer 5

Hi, so presonally I dont know. From what I do know may be alarming, herpes is ussually red bumps but are known to be white bumps, it could be an infection of any kind but it is possible, have you gone to the doctors? It's a good idea to go to the doctors and get it checked out, if it herpes it is best to br treated early.

Answer 6

If you have HSV-1, then yes, it may be possible to give yourself HSV-2. If you have never had an active cold sore in your life, then no, it is not possible. You should try lube or lotion instead for lubrication, I've heard they work and feel better.

Answer 7

There are different from each other, the genital one and mouth one