And, yes, it is possible for you to have gotten the genital lesions from cold sores. It also could have been passed to you because of a recurrence of the infection in your husband that he got before you were married. As you can see, your developing herpes is not evidence of infidelity.

Is HSV2 always sexually transmitted?

Herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) HSV-2 infection is widespread throughout the world and is almost exclusively sexually transmitted, causing genital herpes. HSV-2 is the main cause of genital herpes, which can also be caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). Infection with HSV-2 is lifelong and incurable.

Can a woman give a man HSV-2?

HSV2 is a sexually transmitted virus that causes sores and blisters known as herpes lesions. In order to acquire HSV2, there has to be skin-to-skin contact between a person with the herpes virus and a partner. HSV2 is not transmitted through semen.

What can trigger recurrence of HSV 2?

Triggers for recurrence — Illness, stress, sunlight, and fatigue can trigger recurrent herpes outbreaks. In women, menstrual periods may trigger an outbreak.

Does HSV-2 get better over time?

While there is no cure for herpes, the severity of the virus varies over the course of an infected persons lifetime. In fact, some people with the disease do not experience any symptoms for extended periods. They may still shed the virus, though, even when no symptoms are present.

Can you pass HSV-2 to your child?

If you have genital herpes, its possible to spread the virus to your baby. A woman can spread it to her baby while she is: Pregnant. Giving birth.