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HSV-1

Avoiding kissing people with visible core sores.
Don't share personal items.
Wash your hands frequently.
If you have HSV-1, be careful touching your eyes and genitals; don't perform oral sex on your partner.
Use sunscreen.
Reduce stress.

HSV-2

Avoid having sex if you or your partner has an outbreak or active infection of herpes. Herpes outbreaks are not always obvious and your partner may be contagious without you knowing it. Anyone involved in an ongoing sexual relationship with a partner infected with HSV-2 should get counseling from a health care practitioner on how to stay safe.
Avoid touching the sores.
Use or have your partner use a latex condom, even when sores are not visible.
Limit the number of sex partners.
Use a water-based lubricant to prevent friction during sex, which can irritate the skin and increase the risk of outbreaks.