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Although the disease is called genital herpes, it is possible, though not very common, to pass the virus to other parts of the body by touching a genital ulcer and then rubbing, say, your mouth or eyes. For this reason, it’s important to wash your hands if there’s contact with a sore, says Herndon. If you think you might scratch at night, cover the inflamed area with protective, breathable material such as gauze, he says.
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