We want to have children but are unsure about the chances of him contracting the virus.
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Q: I have herpes but my partner doesn't. Is it possible for us to have unprotected sex?
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4/28/09 11:12am
Yes it is possible as long as the person without hsv2 accepts the potental of getting hsv2.
Look my husband and I have been having unprotected sex for over 20 years and he does not have hsv2. We just don't have sex if I get symptoms. I know when I am feeling funny downstairs.
I have hsv2 over 25 yrs, and had kids vaginally under the care of an OBGYN. Talk with your OB.
3/ 5/09 8:18am
The best way that I can think of is to use the method used as those who use sperm from donors. This will eliminate any physical contact and you can still have children. but i wouldn't be to quick to try and have children knowing the fact that you can pass the virus to your child.
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