My boyfriend of one year just found out he has herpes, how likely is it that I have it too?

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babebabebabeabababebababebabeba	You KNEW better than to stop using protection, just for the very reason that guys constantly LIE! Sorry to hear you were so foolish, you probably have contracted this INCURABLE DISEASE!!! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

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Hannah H	If you're having sex that much, it's very, vastly possible you got it from him. Herpes don't develop overnight, which would have been your only hope if you had quit using protection EIGHT MONTHS ago. Sorry to be so negative, honey, but there's really nothing good about that situation. Leave him immediately, most of the cases where people get genital herpes, it's from another partner. I see a cheater here.... Good luck Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Leprichan	It can remain dormant for a while then "just appear". That is why they refer to "outbreaks" or "flares up". I would say you are at a very high risk and should be checked as soon as possible. They should be able to give you results within a week or so. You may be on meds for the rest of your life but the meds they have now do a good job at supressing the symptoms. Best of luck to you. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

woocee	its very likely that you have it too. It's also very likely that he could have caught it before he met you, and really didn't know it. That's the sneaky thing about STDs. You need to call to your DR or planned parenthood and they can answer all your questions. Please go right away. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

LINDSEY S	did the doctor just look at or actually run a test. if they just looked at it, that for me is not good enough to have some one say that its herpes. u can't suddelny come down with herpes, it doens't come from thin air. its a virus that is passed from skin to skin contact usually through some kind sex (when it comes to the genital type). herpes can stay dormant for a long time (some times for years) if he has had partners before u then he could have gotten herpes from them. just keep in mind that herpes is more contagious while there is symptoms and sores then when there is no out break. so no sex while he has these sores. when there are no sores there is less then a 10% chance, but still a chance that herpes can be passed on. so there would be about 10% or less chance that u could have herpes. if u want to know for sure then get a couple of blood tests done for herpes. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

katherine l	99.9% you have it does that answer your question Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Scott D	He got it from someone else. Sexual contact is the only way you can get it . There is a good chance you have been infected too. Get a blood test and don't have any more unprotected sex with him...ever. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

JENNIPHER. buhyoucancallmeJEN :)	You are very likely to have it. Go to your doctor to get it tested RIGHT AWAY. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

The Gamer	Sorry to say but I think yuh got herpes. :( Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

ChErRy ChOpStIx	you have it...just to be safe get tsted for HiV too i think he cheated on you....kick him under the butt...sorry to hear that girl Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

rell_12711	go get tested the best thing you can find out good luck Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Nena	The thing about Herpes is it can stay dormant for years and then the carrier suddenly has an outbreak. This is highly possible. Some 98% of people with Herpes don't know they have it. You could also be the carrier and have given it to him without knowing. Also, have you ever had a cold sore? If you have, that's oral herpes and it can be spread through oral sex. Or he could have cheated on you. You need to get tested for all STDs. Herpes is really the least of your worries. Herpes is unfairly stigmatized and VERY common but actually one of the least harmful STDs. Hopefully you are okay and will figure out what to do about your BF. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Akhiwa	go get tested, not on herpes alone but all the other STDs so that your are very clear on your status in that area. hurry Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Rad-Tech	Well there is only one way of contracting herpes, through sexual contact. Whether it is oral, vaginal, or anal. So if he tries to say that he got it from a toilet seat or some other lame *** excuse, he's lying. You only get it from SKIN TO SKIN CONTACT. Herpes is most likely to be spread from the time these first symptoms are noticed until the area is completely healed and the skin looks normal again. Sexual contact (oral, vaginal, or anal) is very risky during this time. The only other viable excuse would be from his mother during his birth. But thats highly doubtful. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

chito	get yourself check for STD to find out Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

pinkempyreal	He could still be telling the truth. Outbreaks are sparatic and don't occur on a regular basis. That is a tough one. Please, get tested so you know. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

theatomicbombshell	Pretty good chance, especially since you have been having unprotected sex. If you were having sex when he was having a flare up, the chances are MUCH higher. I hate to say it, but I think he has been lying to you. Get yourself to a doctor ASAP, if you have it, you may not even flare up for a long time. The doctor can tell you what to do to control it or prevent it if you don't have it and chose to stay with him. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Lexy	I don't think he cheated, he's having sex with you a lot so you are probably the only one, he's being honest with you now so has probably been honest with you all along. It can take a year for a break out. I don't think you should leave him just becareful not to have sex again when he's having a break out which are few and far between. Herpes isn't that bad more emotionally damaging than anything. It can easily be controlled. Take care. You can't get genital herpes from cold sores, different strain. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

killakatnow	VERY Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

mlk_maid	You can have herpes for years before an outbreak occurs. Or for that matter, you can have it and NEVER have an outbreak. You could have been the one that gave it to him. (I hope that didn't offend you) You have a 50/50 chance of having it. I am sorry to say. A blood test can take up to 2 weeks to come back. There is a horrible stigma surrounding herpes. It isn't just crackheads and prostitutes that have it. Normal "clean" everyday people have it. You wouldn't know that, because is something people are not open about. Good Luck!!!! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Nima M	Based on the fact that you've had numerous episodes of unprotected intercourse, you are at a risk, but that doesn't necessarily mean that you are infected. The only way to know is to get tested. I recommend that both of you do a full STD test, since you are having unprotected intercourse. Try to use protection as much as you can. Herpes is a very common STD. Its outbreaks are only episodic and there are ways to control them. It does however predispose to more serious STDs including HIV. Take this as a warning that you should be more cautious. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Jessica	I've heard that herpes can lay dormant in the body for years before it makes it's 1st apperance. There are so many ppl out there that have herpes and don't even know it. He could have gotten it from a previous partner or he could have cheated either one. Ask a dr if this is true. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

what is life all about?	I can tell you that from having someone in my family that is a nurse and one that is a doctor he may have had these for a long time. Maybe they are being brought out by stress. Dont just think that he is lieing. He may have at some point had an onset and not known it. He may have thought it was just an irratation. Usually the onset is within two weeks so at this point, its up to you to think which is the answer. Only you know him. I would probally give him the benefit of the doubt because he didnt have to tell you the trueth. There is a big chance that you have it. I would have a blood test done to find out. But..here is the question...say you have it..and you dont have the symptoms..will you believe that he didnt have his upfront. I say you both should go get testing! FOR EVERYTHING HIV STDS EVERYTHING...good luck! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

chelsea v	well im sure you have them too, sorry. But they can be dormant without any symptoms for up 10 yrs, so its very possible he didnt cheat on you Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Tori	Nobody SUDDENLY COMES DOWN with herpes. It sits in your nervous system - sometimes for years & years until it's triggered. Has something stressful happened? Has he had sun exposure on his genitals (tanning bed)? I had it over 2 years before I knew it - so don't be so suspicious Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No