I was diagnosed in 2009 with hsv 1 and 2. I told my partner that I have hsv 1 and 2 before we had sex. On another day I told him about how important condoms are because of "shredding". I said the wrong word. Anyways, at the time I was not aware that I needed to inform him that condoms can protect, but cannot protect fully from shedding. How do I explain shedding with kissing, oral, and fingering? I now know that I need to let him know that there is still a chance of exposure with shedding. I am currently on supressive therapy.