My boyfriend and I found out I have Genital Herpes November 2007. Since then, we haven't had any sexual intercourse. He is afraid he may catch it even with a male condom. My question is, can I still spread herpes when he wears a condom? He wants to know if can b spread through my fluids that sometimes gets on him that's not covered by a condom. 
I know it's kind of a weird question. I do appreciate you all!
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8/22/08 8:48am
Hi Chelsea,
I think you will find the answer to your question here. Basically, the more protection you use in terms of latex barriers (male/female condoms), avoidance of sexual contact when lesions are active & using antiherpes agents, the more you reduce the chances that you will spread the virus. I also recommend this information regarding the ways the virus is transmitted.
Thanks for posting this good question.
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