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Are there any anti-viral gels or lubricants to use during sex to prevent transmission of HSV2?

RedLily04
11/28/08

I am a woman with HSV2 and I was wondering if there are any anti-viral gels or lubricants on the market that can help prevent transmission of genital herpes to your partner during sex. I've heard of VivaGel, which, from what I've read, helps prevent the woman from getting herpes, but I don't think it's on the market yet. I am wondering if there's something out there that a woman with genital herpes can use to prevent transmitting it to her male partner.

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Amy Hendel is a popular and recognizable health/medical television...

Monday, December 01, 2008

A condom and the realization that no sexual activity should be going on during obvious active recurrences.

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There are two types of HSV, HSV type 1 and 2, and both can cause genital herpes.

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