Is herpes contagious?

Answer by  bean11 (2803)

Yes, Herpes is contagious!!! If you have Herpes, do NOT have unprotected sex with anyone. Always use a condom, and always let your potential partners know that you have it.

Answer by  juliestaub (60)

Herpes is contagious, but it depends on many factors (how long they've had it, where the disease is located on the body, whether it's the first outbreak, etc.). If the person infected has had the disease for a very long time, takes medication, and you use a condom that covers the outbreak site, you are less likely to contract it.

Answer by  Artemis (16)

Yes, herpes is contagious. Herpes, in all of its forms, is a virus, and viruses are generally easy to contract. For oral and genital herpes, it is not necessary for an outbreak to occur to contract the virus. It can happen at any time.

Answer by  Katie57 (169)

Yes, herpes is contagious. It is caused by a virus and can be spread via blood, semen, and vaginal secretions.

Answer by  John (9008)

Herpes is an extremely contagious venereal disease. People most commonly catch it by having unprotected sex with someone who is infected. People with herpes sometimes have no symptoms, and may not realize that they are infected.