Also, I have heard that it is thought that saliva kills the HV2 virus so that mouth to genital transmission (or vice versa) will not happen. Has then been established as fact?
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Q: Can a person with HV1 sores in the mouth transmit that to a woman's genitals and it become HV2 ?
Answers (2)
9/12/08 1:47pm
John,
Thank you for the post. Check out this site for the differences between and information about transmission of HSV 1 and HSV 2. If you have concerns, it is best to speak with a doctor.
7/21/10 4:46pm
can hv1 be transmitted during oral sex turn into hv2 on a womans genitals?
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