What if you don’t Have Herpes Symptoms for 2 years?

Dear Dr. Tom:

Can herpes be transmitted to a person, and then that person not have any symptoms for two years?

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Dr. Tom’s Response:

Dear Anonymous:

Yes, a person may become infected with HSV infection and not experience symptoms for a period as long as two years, possibly even longer.

Part of our Herpes Guide guide.

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