Dealing with Herpes?
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Steven Carter12 said:Found out recently that someone in my immediate family has herpes. It’s a close one, too... and now I'm wondering how risky it actually is if I, say, kiss them on the face—because I can't just stop being affectionate... but then again, I'm freaking out because I don't want to catch this thing on top of all the other crap I'm dealing with. Obviously, I can't just distance myself, nor do I want to, but still... it matters. When I can't even bring myself to kiss them, I feel like absolute garbage... Does anyone know the actual risk of infection in a situation like that (like kissing on the face)? (Sorry if someone already asked something similar)
I think you'll be fine. It isn't some "disease" passed through simple touch; it's transmitted via blood or other bodily fluids...
So... stop stressing and move on.🙂