Q. Can a patient with allergies contract genital herpes from his partner diagnosed with HSV2?
Hello doctor,
My fiancée recently told me that he tested positive for herpes simplex virus (HSV) 2. We have never shared a kiss or been kissed; we are devoted to maintaining our virginity before the marriage. I am frightened of contracting the illness. I tend to get colds or diseases going around, and I have really bad environmental allergies (I carry an Epi-pen). Latex really irritates my skin. I have only ever had one sexual partner in my life, so I want to take extra precautions this time despite the fact that his doctor believes it's not a huge concern. I am aware that a lifestyle change would be required, but from what I have learned, people shed even when they have no symptoms. Condoms will not protect me. Since he does not have many breakouts, is it not feasible that I may contract the illness quickly? Would you suggest that a patient like me risk contracting genital herpes, or is the danger too great? Kindly help.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. It is a positive thing that he has disclosed. And it is now up to you. Compared to an active infection with genital sores, a quiet illness is far less contagious. Of course, a person can shed without showing any symptoms, and a condom will not completely prevent you, but it will greatly lower the risk. If he can take a once-daily preventive antiviral like Valacyclovir 1000mg to prevent viral replication, that would be another step to further lower the risk. However, please consult a physician, discuss with them, and start taking the medications with their consent. I hope this helps. Thank you and take care.
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