There are no black and white rules for telling your partner you have herpes, and everyone needs to make their own decisions depending on the situation, but the fact is more people are accepted by new partners than rejected for having genital herpes. Some people choose not to tell casual partners.

Do you have to disclose herpes to your partner?

Yes, you absolutely tell all potential partners that someone youre regularly boning has herpes. If you dont, it takes away that persons right to choose for themselves whether or not to take the risk.

Do most guys know they have herpes?

Most people who acquire the herpes virus do not experience symptoms and are often unaware they have contracted it. However, some experience symptoms that may include genital herpes. Both types of herpes viruses can trigger this condition.