How long after a herpes outbreak should one wait to have sex

While herpes doesn't need to limit your sexual or romantic life in the long term, it's best to take a break from sexual activity when you have a outbreak.

How long should wait after the first herpes outbreak

Most people with an active herpes infection find out about their status during the initial outbreak of the virus. Initial herpes outbreaks (often called "primary herpes") usually happen within two to four days after you become infected with the virus, and can take two to four weeks to heal.

You should avoid having sex during an initial outbreak of herpes. This is because the virus is at its most contagious during a physical outbreak. During the first outbreak, your body also hasn't had time to prepare its own immune response to the virus. This makes your risk of infecting other people with herpes very high during the first outbreak.

You should speak to your doctor. Initial outbreaks can be painful and unpleasant, both for oral and genital infections. Antiviral medications such as valacyclovir can be used to speed up the rate of healing, allowing your body to recover from the initial outbreak faster.

You may wait about four to six months after the primary outbreak to have sex. You may give your body time to build up antibodies to the virus. You should also avoid kissing your partner, as well as sharing glasses and utensils. Focus on treating the outbreak. Once it's healed, you can refocus on your sex life.

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When is it safe to have sex after an recurrent outbreak

Everyone's different. You may wait unitil the spot is totally healed. Most people wait unitil ait until the spot that broke out looks like it didn't break out. The general consensus is usually 7-10 days. If you're using antivirals maybe a little less, maybe 5 days. If you have negative partner, it's better to wait the 7-10 days to be safe.

How to Have a Healthy Sex Life if You Have Herpes

Herpes doesn't take away from your ability to be intimate, but it does inform how you will be sexual. You may discuss with your partner, use the right condoms, and use antivirals. Read on to learn what you can do to have a healthy and satisfying sex life when you have herpes.

Have a fulfilling sex Life When both of you have herpes

When both partners have the same type of herpes infection(s) (known as a seroconcordant couple), and both partners are free of other sexually transmitted infections, it's not necessary to use barrier methods like condoms or dental dams.

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What can trigger herpes outbreaks?

Do you know what triggers your herpes outbreaks? Several factors may trigger herpes outbreaks. Conitue to read What causes herpes to recur?

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