How to avoid contracting or spreading herpes
These are some methods for avoiding oral or genital herpes.
HSV-1
HSV-1 is mainly transmitted by oral-to-oral contact. Avoid kissing if you or your partner have an active or approaching cold sore. Some of the signs to watch out for include:
- open or closed blisters
- tingling, burning, or stinging on the lips
- Oozing cold sores
Avoid oral-genital contact while an outbreak is ongoing because the virus can also be spread through sexual activity. This will help to minimize your risks of having or giving the herpes virus.