Top Questions - Herpes FAQmost recent 30 from http://www.herpesfaq.com2010-03-10T17:09:27Zhttp://www.herpesfaq.com/feedshttp://www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/2.5/rdfhttp://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/59/i-have-had-genital-herpes-since-1987-i-never-use-condoms-and-i-have-a-partner-fI have had genital herpes since 1987. I never use condoms, and I have a partner for two years. She has never shown any signs of being infected. Is that possible? Herpes FAQ2009-10-20T23:41:18Z2010-03-10T06:25:14Z
<p>I have had genital herpes since 1987. I never use condoms, and I have a partner for two years. She has never shown any signs of being infected. Is that possible? </p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/55/is-the-only-way-to-check-for-herpes-a-blood-testIs the only way to check for herpes a blood test?Herpes FAQ2009-10-20T02:48:04Z2010-03-09T10:26:54Z
<p>Is the only way to check for herpes a blood test?</p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/76/can-you-be-a-carrier-for-over-10-years-and-not-know-itCan you be a carrier for over 10 years and not know it?Herpes FAQ2009-11-02T20:54:44Z2010-03-09T00:25:03Z
<p>I HAVE NOT HAD SEX FOR 15 YEARS, BECAUSE OF NOT FINDING ANYONE AND FEAR OF GETTING A STD OR LIKE THIS, OR AIDS, AND NOW I may have it ( being tested, my new husband has not had sex in 5 years, can we be a carrier for over 10 years? </p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/78/lysine-when-should-you-take-itLysine - when should you take it?Herpes FAQ2009-11-02T20:57:33Z2010-03-09T00:25:03Z
<p>Lysine - should you only take this when you are having an outbreak? Or can you take it daily, even when you do not have an outbreak?</p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/73/can-you-get-herpes-by-eating-or-drinking-something-from-somebody-who-has-herpesCan you get herpes by eating or drinking something from somebody who has herpes?Herpes FAQ2009-11-02T04:21:59Z2010-03-08T09:47:12Z
<p>My friend said today at lunch that she had Herpes. This is really gross because we are in 8th grade. She said that you can get it by eating or drinking something that someone with herpes has used is this true? </p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/3/what-are-the-symptoms-of-oral-herpesWhat are the symptoms of oral herpes?Herpes FAQ2009-10-14T14:20:49Z2010-03-08T09:47:12Z
<p>What are the symptoms of oral herpes?</p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/34/can-you-get-herpes-by-masturbationCan you get herpes by masturbation?Herpes FAQ2009-10-15T02:09:25Z2010-03-05T00:26:03Z
<p>Can you get herpes by masturbation?</p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/48/im-pregnant-with-hpv-can-it-hurt-the-babyI'm pregnant with HPV. Can it hurt the baby?Herpes FAQ2009-10-15T02:37:30Z2010-03-05T00:26:03Z
<p>I don't have herpes, but I found out I might have genital human papilloma virus - short for HPV. I also found out I am 3 months pregnant. Can this hurt the baby? </p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/37/ive-noticed-3-little-white-bumps-on-my-inner-thighs-that-look-like-cauliflowersI've noticed 3 little white bumps on my inner thighs that look like cauliflowersHerpes FAQ2009-10-15T02:14:31Z2010-03-04T19:25:20Z
<p>I've noticed 3 little white bumps on my inner thighs that look like cauliflowers in a way. I've never had sex, but they hurt and when my underwear touches them, they hurt. Could this be herpes or another STD? They look like blisters in a way, they bleed at times, just a little. Like I said, I've never had sex, but I do sit on public toilet seats, but always wipe them off before I sit on them. I'm scared, please write me back. Thank you.</p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/39/bleeding-bumps-on-my-vaginableeding bumps on my vaginaHerpes FAQ2009-10-15T02:18:12Z2010-03-04T19:25:20Z
<p>About a month ago, I gave head and he fingered me. About 3 weeks later I shaved my vagina, and I noticed bumps after that. I tried to pop one and blood came out. They do itch. What are they? Herpes? </p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/41/if-my-partner-and-i-have-herpes-and-continue-to-have-sex-are-we-at-risk-for-worsIf my partner and I have herpes and continue to have sex, are we at risk for worse outbreaks? Herpes FAQ2009-10-15T02:21:19Z2010-03-04T18:25:41Z
<p>If my partner and I have herpes and continue to have sex, are we at risk for worse outbreaks? </p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/18/if-a-baby-suddenly-started-breaking-out-from-being-around-a-person-that-has-herpeIf a baby suddenly started breaking out from being around a person that has herpes, then can that baby catch it and how do you get rid of it? Herpes FAQ2009-10-14T21:04:18Z2010-03-04T18:25:41Z
<p>If a baby suddenly started breaking out from being around a person that has herpes, then can that baby catch it and how do you get rid of it? </p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/44/is-it-ok-for-a-female-with-genital-herpes-to-masturbate-during-an-outbreakIs it OK for a female with genital herpes to masturbate during an outbreak?Herpes FAQ2009-10-15T02:27:39Z2010-03-04T17:25:44Z
<p>Is it OK for a female with genital herpes to masturbate during an outbreak?</p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/46/can-you-get-hiv-from-herpes-outbreaks-even-if-youre-exclusiveCan you get HIV from herpes outbreaks even if you're exclusive?Herpes FAQ2009-10-15T02:33:20Z2010-03-04T17:25:44Z
<p>Me and my girlfriend have genital herpes but, what I need to know is if we're having outbreaks and still having unprotected sex repeatedly for 6 yrs. now. Can we get HIV even though we've only been having sex with each other exclusively, unless one of us contracted the HIV disease during the herpes transmission, right? I mean no matter how much we have sex with each other, we can't come down with HIV,right? Also,having sex during herpes outbreaks, can we keep giving it back to each other or once you have it, it's over?</p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/87/will-the-doctor-tell-your-spouse-if-you-have-genital-herpesWill the doctor tell your spouse if you have genital herpes?Conrad2010-01-12T03:42:19Z2010-03-04T16:25:23Z
<p>If you go to the Dr. and they tell you you have <a href="http://www.herpesfaq.com/conditions/genital-herpes" rel="nofollow">genital herps</a>, are they the ones that tell your spouse or are they supposed to leave it up to you. I don't want to find out because I'm scared they will tell my spouse </p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/97/why-would-anyone-make-fun-of-anyone-that-has-herpeswhy would anyone make fun of anyone that has herpes?Herpes FAQ2010-02-18T14:40:00Z2010-03-04T16:25:23Z
<p>why would anyone make fun of anyone that has herpes? You could be next so watch out for what you say...you could be the next person that would be made fun of </p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/66/my-boyfriend-had-a-cold-sore-on-his-lip-and-he-preformed-oral-sex-on-me-is-it-poMy boyfriend had a cold sore on his lip and he preformed oral sex on me. Is it possible he could have given me genital herpes?Herpes FAQ2009-10-26T00:58:18Z2010-03-04T15:28:04Z
<p>My boyfriend had a <a href="http://www.herpesfaq.com/symptoms/cold-sores" rel="nofollow">cold sore</a> on his lip and he preformed oral sex on me. Is it possible for him to give me <a href="http://www.herpesfaq.com/conditions/genital-herpes" rel="nofollow">genital herpes</a> because now I have a few small bumps that are tender to the touch, and it burns when I urinate.</p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/32/i-have-white-toungue-it-is-not-so-much-white-but-a-thick-layer-of-white-materiI have white toungue... it is not so much white but a thick layer of white material is there. Is this a symptom of HIV? Herpes FAQ2009-10-15T01:51:51Z2010-03-04T15:28:04Z
<p>I have white toungue... it is not so much white but a thick layer of white material is there. Is this a symptom of HIV? </p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/30/can-you-get-herpes-if-your-friend-has-been-hanging-around-a-person-who-is-now-havCan you get herpes if your friend has been hanging around a person who is now having an outbreak?Herpes FAQ2009-10-15T01:47:12Z2010-03-04T08:26:08Z
<p>Can you possibly get herpes if your friend has been hanging around a person who is now having an outbreak?</p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/21/i-have-very-itchy-testicles-and-have-sores-on-them-from-scratching-so-now-i-haveI HAVE VERY ITCHY TESTICLES AND HAVE SORES ON THEM FROM SCRATCHING, SO NOW I HAVE THESE RED MARKS BUT EVERY TIME I TRY NOT TO SCRATCH THE ITCHINESS GETS INTENSE.Herpes FAQ2009-10-14T21:14:53Z2010-03-04T07:28:23Z
<p>I HAVE VERY ITCHY TESTICLES AND HAVE SORES ON THEM FROM SCRATCHING, SO NOW I HAVE THESE RED MARKS BUT EVERY TIME I TRY NOT TO SCRATCH THE ITCHINESS GETS INTENSE. </p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/23/i-recently-had-sex-unprotected-and-now-i-have-this-tingling-feeling-in-my-vaginI recently had sex (unprotected) and now I have this tingling feeling in my vagina , burning and it is itchy.Herpes FAQ2009-10-14T21:18:39Z2010-03-04T04:24:56Z
<p>I recently had sex (unprotected) and now I have this tingling feeling in my vagina , burning and it is itchy. I do not have any rashes or sores. This feeling started about 2 days ago and I got tested. The doctor said that he doesn't think it is herpes but it is too soon to tell. The test came out neg for herpes but positive for a yeast infection. Is this herpes? I had sex 8 days ago. </p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/14/can-you-spead-or-get-herpes-from-pools-or-hot-tubs-when-you-have-a-soreCan you spead or get herpes from pools or hot tubs when you have a sore?Herpes FAQ2009-10-14T20:51:57Z2010-03-04T04:24:56Z
<p>Can you spead or get herpes from pools or hot tubs when you have a sore?</p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/108/can-you-spred-herpes-by-licking-and-wearing-your-partners-pantiesCan you spred herpes by licking and wearing your partners panties?concerned 2010-02-26T19:43:02Z2010-03-01T18:19:25Z
<p>My partner and i have been very careful not to spread the Herpes Virus. She has Herpes on her mouth so we dont do anything sexually for the time being we dont even kiss. BUT i have taken a pair of panties and put them on in a joking manor and licked them. but knowing she doesn't have genital herpes i felt this was ok. If she does have genital herppes, IS it possible to get the virus that way? I have noticed soars on my testicles and shaft of my penis. </p>
<p>I am going to see a doctor today to get myself checked but to say the least im panicking and needed to ask someone.</p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/84/is-it-possible-to-catch-the-virus-from-hugging-someone-that-is-in-their-active-stIs it possible to catch the virus from hugging someone that is in their active stage? What about if they kiss you on the jaw?Herpes FAQ2009-11-08T14:15:23Z2010-02-28T20:27:46Z
<p>Is it possible to catch the virus from hugging someone that is in their active stage? What about if they kiss you on the cheek? I have an aunt who likes to hug and kiss ( while greeting) and I don't want to be offensive. </p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/82/if-i-have-hepes-simplex-virus-one-will-i-pass-that-to-my-babyif i have hepes simplex virus one will i pass that to my baby? rhonda2009-11-04T05:56:45Z2010-02-28T18:26:32Z
<p>if i have hepes simplex virus one will i pass that to my baby? </p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/80/i-have-painful-ulcers-all-over-my-tounge-can-this-be-caused-by-the-herpes-virusI have painful ulcers all over my tounge can this be caused by the herpes virus?Steven2009-11-04T05:53:23Z2010-02-24T11:25:17Z
<p>I have painful ulcers all over my tounge can this be caused by the herpes virus?</p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/1/what-is-herpesWhat is Herpes?Herpes FAQ2009-10-14T02:31:05Z2010-02-18T15:32:20Z
<p>What is herpes?</p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/105/can-you-get-pregnant-from-anal-sexCan you get pregnant from anal sex ?Herpes FAQ2010-02-18T15:06:01Z2010-02-18T15:23:12Z
<p>can you get pregnant from having anal sex?</p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/102/my-penis-has-been-itching-for-about-two-weeks-is-this-herpesMy penis has been itching for about two weeks. Is this herpes?Herpes FAQ2010-02-18T14:55:15Z2010-02-18T15:02:30Z
<p>My penis has been itching for about two weeks. The area below glan is red, and if I mess with it, the glan becomes red also, it all starts to hurt. It seemed as though my penis was “shedding skin,” skin was peeling. Yesterday while taking a shower I found a small hole under prepuce, it’s filled with “dry” white matter which “sheds”. Is this a blister/scar from herpes?? I never had oral herpes outbreak, I had sex 10 months ago! Thanks. </p>
http://www.herpesfaq.com/questions/100/i-have-hsv1-but-my-dr-didnt-tell-me-if-it-was-oral-or-genitalI have hsv1, but my Dr. didn't tell me if it was oral or genitalHerpes FAQ2010-02-18T14:44:46Z2010-02-18T14:50:50Z
<p>I know that I have <a href="http://www.herpesfaq.com/symptoms/cold-sores" rel="nofollow">hsv1</a> but my dr didn't tell me if it was oral or genital. How do I tell because I got outbreaks in both areas? Is it possible to have caught both from the same person? </p>