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Can you get genital herpes by touching infected genitals then touching yourself ?
So I'm very anxious and have come across so much conflicting information in regards to this matter. 11 days ago I got fingered by a guy who I suspect has genital herpes. I did not see his penis as his room was dark, but I've heard from several people that this is the case. Based off of this I didn't allow for us to go all the way as I didn't feel comfortable not knowing his status. I wanted to speak to him directly to address this. Anywho, things got a little heated and during the time he fingered me he touched himself several times then continued to touch me. Additionally, I grabbed his penis once in the heat of the moment and touched myself. I have been experiencing soreness, itching and burning throughout my entire vaginal area. (I had BV last month and understand it could be a recurrent infection) however I've just been extremely uncomfortable and in pain. My question is what is the likelihood of contracting genital herpes by this type of exposure ? Again, I am unsure as to whether or not this is the case with him however I am very concerned. I've come across lots of mixed information on the internet in regards to this type of exposure !!
Additionally I may add I've been having muscle pains all over my genital area and lower back pain.
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Herpes spreads by oral, vaginal and anal sex.
Herpes sores blister, then burst, scab and heal.
STIs are the most common cause of genital sores.
Millions of people are diagnosed with STDs in the U.S. each year.
STDs can't be transmitted by casual contact, like hugging or touching.
Syphilis is an STD that is transmitted by oral, genital and anal sex.
