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Genital herpes or a new genital sore

Tell your maternity team promptly about a first genital herpes episode, a new sore, or a partner with an active outbreak because timing affects care planning.

Direct guidance

What to know or do

Avoid sexual contact involving an active sore and do not start or stop antiviral treatment without reviewing the exact plan with your clinician.

What changes the answer

  • The named infection or vaccine and the date and closeness of exposure
  • Symptoms, vaccination or immunity history, pregnancy week and test results
  • Work, household, travel or outbreak context and the time-sensitive options available

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When to get individual help

Contact your doctor or maternity service promptly and describe the timing, severity, associated symptoms and pregnancy week so they can choose the right assessment.