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Genital herpes

2017-05-29 18:37:20
If somebody in my household has been diagnosed with genital herpes and is on medication for their first outbreak, is it possible for them to transmit the herpes to another family member from a towel that they used if it has been washed?
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No if it's washed
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but better to use separate clothing

Answered2017-06-08 09:38:35

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