Can you get herpes from spit?

Dr. John Chiu Dr. Chiu Not likely: First you may be surprised to know that most people have been infected with the herpes simplex I virus but only a small % of the people end up with cold sores. read more

Conceivably you could have acquired oral herpes (due to HSV-1), which can be transmitted by kissing but is not classified as an STD. But more likely your symptoms are due to a cold virus or something similar. Hand-to-genital HSV transmission probably never occurs; if so, it is extremely rare. Bottom line: It is exceedingly unlikely you have herpes. read more

If you get outbreaks more often, you might benefit from taking a medication daily to prevent them. A discussion with your healthcare provider will help you decide which strategy is best for you. Myth 4: I can’t have a baby if I have herpes. read more