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Transmission via shaving


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Yesterday I shaved my legs, and down there regions, and accidentally left my razor in the shower; ps: I have HSV-2. I do not know if the razor had dried or not. Today my sister accidentally used the razor to shave her legs thinking it was her razor. Should we worry that she may get HSV-2 via transmission through the razor?

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I would recommend that you follow your instinct to be careful about that, but herpes doesn't live long outside a host. I think it's a matter of minutes, but don't quote me on that.

I know towels are generally a bigger concern, as they may stay warm and wet enough for the virus to live longer, but I don't think there is any real research on that.

 

If she did actually shave immediately after you, I think it would be reasonable to talk to her about it and make sure she knows she should get tested after her immune system develops antibodies (several weeks).

If she possibly used the razor several hours, or a day later, I think it would be okay. Not fantastic, but the virus would have probably died by then.

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