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Q: Dose herpies have a dormant stage?

What is the longest that herpies can be in your system befor being detected?

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9/11/08 11:11am

Thanks for your question.

 

Herpes functions as a series of outbreaks, but the length of time with or without an outbreak differs amongst individuals. Check out this article about the overall symptoms of herpes where you can find more information about outbreaks and dormancy.

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