Health and Beauty tips

Herpes is a sexually transmitted disease and the best way to limit the disease from getting transmitted is to use protection in the shape of condoms. They can limit the transmission of herpes simplex infection. But remember condoms are still not that reliable and are not hundred percent protective. Just wearing condom while having sex can prevent it and will help you not be infected with that virus.

• Tell Your Partner. It is important to understand what herpes is; how it can be prevented; which precautions are best; what are the social and emotional impacts of herpes. Try to avoid any sexual contact if you are infected (abstinence).

• Avoid sex during outbreaks as herpes is most contagious during this time. However, some couples have sexual relationships for years without transmitting herpes, just by avoiding sexual contact when symptoms are present.

• Limit the number of sexual partners Limit the number of sexual partners

• By having sex with a non-infected partner who has sex only with you (mutual monogamy). By having sex with a non-infected partner who has sex only with you (mutual monogamy).

• Use Latex Condoms between outbreaks. Condoms offer useful protection against herpes protecting or covering the mucous membranes, the most likely sites of infection.

• However condoms do not guarantee safety. The herpes sore or lesion is not always located in an area covered by the condom.

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