4% chance transmission from female to male; Cold sores contain high concentrations of the virus and hence increase the chances of transmission significantly. I've only had one outbreak, as far as i know, and the only symptom that i can recall was an incredibly bad pain in my lower back, which my doctor seemed to think did not suggest herpes. No risk if her hsv 2 infection is genital. Very low but not zero
I've only had one outbreak, as far as i know, and the only symptom that i can recall was an incredibly bad pain in my lower back, which my doctor seemed to think did not suggest herpes. Further, whatever transmission chance exists is further reduced by your partner's antiviral therapy. Using condoms is very important. Transmission is easier from a man to a woman. Very low but not zero No risk if her hsv 2 infection is genital. If partners also use condoms or antiviral medication: 4% chance transmission from female to male;