- Manage
- Resources
Can You Catch Genital Herpes While Wearing A Condom?
Herpes - genital; Herpes simplex - genital; Herpesvirus 2; HSV-2
Prevention
The best way to avoid getting genital herpes is to avoid all sexual contact, including oral sex. Next best is being in a long-term, mutually monogamous relationship with someone who has been tested and is not, and never has been, infected with herpes.
Condoms remain the best way to protect against catching genital herpes during sexual activity with someone who is infected. Using a condom correctly and...
Read moreMore information on "Can You Catch Genital Herpes While Wearing A Condom?"
From Our Experts
Coping with Genital Herpes
I recently logged on to a chat of a bunch of young adults with herpes. Not surprisingly, many of them felt ashamed, frustrated and... Read more »
Oral Herpes, Genital Herpes and Dating
Given the prevalence of herpes, and the constant turnover of men in my life, I was always surprised I hadn’t met a potential mate who... Read more »
Genital Herpes and Shame
How do you feel about people who have herpes? First of all, let's assume honesty in the discussion, meaning that someone would not be... Read more »
Manage Your Genital Herpes Symptoms and Outbreaks
Manage Your Genital Herpes Symptoms and Outbreaks Ok, you're in the middle of an outbreak and you‘re in pain! How do you manage the... Read more »
Managing Genital Herpes Symptoms and Outbreaks
OK, you're in the middle of an outbreak and you‘re in pain! How do you manage the uncomfortable and painful symptoms? First, get... Read more »
From Our Sources
Herpes genital (genital Herpes simplex)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Herpes - genital; Herpes simplex - genital; Herpesvirus 2; HSV-2TreatmentGenital herpes cannot be cured. However, antiviral medication can relieve... Read more »
Herpes genital (genital Herpes simplex)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted viral infection affecting the skin or mucous membranes of the genitals.Alternative NamesHerpes - genital;... Read more »
Genital Herpes: The Basics
What is genital herpes? Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the herpes simplex viruses (HSV) type 1 and type 2. Most genital... Read more »
Genital Herpes
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Article updated and reviewed by David Aronoff, M.D., Assistant Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases, University of Michigan Medical School on... Read more »
Herpes labialis (oral Herpes simplex)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Cold sore; Fever blister; Herpes simplex - oral; Oral herpes simplexPreventionAvoid direct contact with herpes sores. Minimize the risk of indirect... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
