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I had to pay extra to find out if I had hsv 1 or 2. they don't test for it anymore I guess because of thinking so many people have it. I called my dr and asked to be put on daily suppression therapy and

was told they didn't do that to people just to have sex its only for outbreaks. I'm so confused. I and don't want to spread this to anyone. do just condoms work 

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That doctor is misinformed. 😕 I'd look for another doctor who can give you a prescription. Do you live in the US? If so, try going to a Planned Parenthood. They know their stuff and are very compassionate. It's important to be on daily suppressive therapy even when you're not having outbreaks if you're having sex since taking medication helps bring down the amount of asymptomatic viral shedding by around 50%. 

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