Generally, the best time to explain to your partner that you have herpes is when you start to think that sexual contact is on the horizon. After a date, your partner might invite you to their home, sending an obvious signal that theyre open to the idea of escalating the relationship.

When should you disclose herpes when dating?

Its up to you to decide the right time to tell a date that you have genital herpes. Follow two rules: First, dont wait until after having sex. Second, dont wait until youre just about to have sex -- in which case the attraction may be too strong for either of you to think rationally and act responsibly.

What should you not do if your partner has herpes?

Here are other ways to avoid getting herpes from your partner:Always use condoms and dental dams during oral, anal, and vaginal sex.Talk with your partner about taking herpes medicine every day, which can lower their chances of spreading herpes.Dont have sex during a herpes outbreak, even with a condom.Jan 15, 2020