1st of all, can it spread through bathwater even when you don't have an outbreak?2nd, if someone gives you oral sex and you have the virus can it spread to their mouth?and 3rd, do you have to take valtrex everyday to supress outbreaks?
2007-07-22 18:47:12 · 8 answers · asked by EJ 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ STDs
1. No it is NOT spread through bath water, or a swimming pool, or jacuzzi for that matter. Genital herpes is spread by sex (vaginal, oral, and anal) and by DIRECT skin to skin contact with the infected area. It is RARELY spread by childbirth.
2. Yes, it is possible for a person to develop cold sores from giving someone with genital herpes oral sex. It doesn't matter if the person with genital herpes is on an outbreak or not - it can still spread the virus. Genital herpes is usually caused by herpes simplex virus 2, while cold sores are usually caused by herpes simplex virus 1. Both cold sores and genital herpes however, can be caused by either herpes simplex virus 1 or 2.
3. No, you do not need to be on daily suppressive therapy with Valtrex. Some people (including me) only take medication when they are having an outbreak or "feel" one coming. There are also other medications out there for herpes including acyclovir (which I take) and famciclovir. Valtrex is the most talked about (I think because of the commercials on TV), but it's not the only medication for herpes.
The medication only HELPS prevent the spread of genital herpes and only HELPS prevent outbreaks. People can still spread the virus even if they are taking medication and they can still get outbreaks while taking the medication. The medication isn't a guarantee, it just HELPS.
Take care!
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2015-10-18 04:33:41 · answer #4 · answered by Bent 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hope this article useful :
Genital herpes is spread easily. The virus from an infected person can enter your body by passing through a break in your skin or through the tender skin of your mouth, penis or vagina, urinary tract opening, cervix, or anus. Herpes is most easily spread when blisters or sores can be seen. But it can be spread at anytime, even when there aren't any symptoms.
Genital herpes is usually spread from one person to another by having sex. This includes oral sex, when it can be passed from the mouth to the genitals or from the genitals to the mouth. Herpes can also be spread from one place on your body to another, such as from your genitals to your fingers, then to your eyes or to other parts of your body. So try not to touch your sores. If you do touch them, wash your hands well.
Reports have been sited of possible transmission via 'Hot tubs" but there is scientific skepticism as to whether or not the virus can be transmitted via inanimate objects such as toilet seats.
It is generally considered that the spreading of genital herpes through inanimate objects, such as soap, towels, clothing, bed sheets, toilet seats, and spa surfaces is highly unlikely because the herpes virus cannot live very long outside of the body.
They said, daily valtrex can prevent number of outbreak.
Take all of the Valtrex that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better.
2007-07-22 19:59:05 · answer #5 · answered by . 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-15 01:28:34 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1. no it can not spread through bath water.
2. yes if some one gave u oral sex u can give them herpes through there mouth.
3. yes u have to take valtrex every day to keep the out breaks away.
4. Remember there is no cure for herpes
2007-07-23 01:10:20 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I am not sure about the bath water question...yes the virus can be spread to the mouth if somone is performing oral sex on you and you have active virus on you. valtrex does help to supress outbreaks.
2007-07-23 10:21:20 · answer #8 · answered by kystik83 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋