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Is it okay to have unprotected sex with people if I have genital herpes but it's not flaring up?
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It is generally recommended that anyone who has genital herpes should avoid having sex with another person until their herpes is under control with medication and any potential partners are aware of their infection. While you may be feeling healthy with no visible or physical signs of herpes during this period, it is best to take the necessary precautions to prevent any possible transmission. Even if the herpes isn't flaring up, there is always the potential for new partner(s) to contract it through inadequate protection. For this reason, it is best to practice safe sex and avoid infecting any partners.