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Herpes??
i found out one of my family members have herpes. idk which one but now im afraid to use any towels or take a shower in the same shower they use thinking i might get it. Could i get it that easily? How contagious is it? Thanks alot.
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The likelihood is extremely low...there's really no way you could get it by using the same shower. . But keep in mind that you should avoid sharing drinks, lipstick, or anything else that could lead to contact with the virus. And for reference, avoid kissing someone who has an active lesion.
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"There is a basis in fact that herpes could be transmitted via an inanimate object such as a toilet seat or wet towel but the conditions required for this kind of transmission (high heat, high moisture, and a vulnerable exposure site) make it extremely unlikely. Although there are no confirmed cases of this type of transmission, sharing a towel with somebody with active lesions should be avoided. Likewise, sharing lip or mouth products (toothbrushes, lipstick, lip balm, or similar) with somebody with active lesions should be avoided."
--From wikipedia.
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