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Confused about genital HSV1
Hello,
I received unprotected oral sex for approximately 5 minutes two days ago from someone that didn't have any visible sores but was probably a high risk. Now I'm freaked out after searching the Internet and I'm very confused.
Here's what I've gathered:
* You can get HSV1 from receiving unprotected oral.
* Incubation period is generally 2-7 days for all types of herpes
* Other STDs are much harder to get by receiving oral
* You can get also HSV2 from receiving oral but it's highly unlikely
Is that correct?
What I don't understand is:
* What are the symptoms of HSV1 genital herpes? Are they the same as HSV2?
* During the prodrome stage HSV1 genital herpes, a fever can occur but what about congestion? Or, do I just have a cold?
* How safe am I if no blisters show up after 7 days? I know I won't be 100% in the clear but will I be at least 95%?
* What are the chances of getting HSV1 from oral if you've never had normal HSV1? Are they the same as oral to oral? If there's a 3-5% chance of passing HSV during shedding does that apply to all types of contact?
* WHEN CAN I STOP FREAKING OUT
Thanks
I received unprotected oral sex for approximately 5 minutes two days ago from someone that didn't have any visible sores but was probably a high risk. Now I'm freaked out after searching the Internet and I'm very confused.
Here's what I've gathered:
* You can get HSV1 from receiving unprotected oral.
* Incubation period is generally 2-7 days for all types of herpes
* Other STDs are much harder to get by receiving oral
* You can get also HSV2 from receiving oral but it's highly unlikely
Is that correct?
What I don't understand is:
* What are the symptoms of HSV1 genital herpes? Are they the same as HSV2?
* During the prodrome stage HSV1 genital herpes, a fever can occur but what about congestion? Or, do I just have a cold?
* How safe am I if no blisters show up after 7 days? I know I won't be 100% in the clear but will I be at least 95%?
* What are the chances of getting HSV1 from oral if you've never had normal HSV1? Are they the same as oral to oral? If there's a 3-5% chance of passing HSV during shedding does that apply to all types of contact?
* WHEN CAN I STOP FREAKING OUT
Thanks
No, I've never been tested. I've been with the same girlfriend for 8 years and until now there's never been a need.
If nothing shows up after 7 days, can I start to relax? Before then, am I at risk of passing anything on by kissing?
Thank you
If nothing shows up after 7 days, can I start to relax? Before then, am I at risk of passing anything on by kissing?
Thank you
have you ever been tested for herpes before to know your status?
no need to be checking out your penis daily. if you contracted a std from this encounter, you'll know it. you'll either have lesions that are painful or itchy or you'll have pain and/or discharge with urination.
grace
no need to be checking out your penis daily. if you contracted a std from this encounter, you'll know it. you'll either have lesions that are painful or itchy or you'll have pain and/or discharge with urination.
grace
Last question, if I do have HSV1 or 2 on my genitals, is there any risk with me passing it on to someone else from kissing?
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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.
