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Someone can reduce their risk of spreading herpes by telling their partner and together making positive decisions about precautions.

Abstain from sex when symptoms are present.

Use condoms all the time. Condoms may prevent the spread of herpes when symptoms are not recognized or shedding is asymptomatic.

Take antiviral medication, if indicated.

Spermicides may help prevent the spread of herpes. This, however, has not been proven.