Avoid sex and kissing during outbreaks
Avoid oral sex during oral outbreaks
Use condoms or dental dams to reduce transmission (not fully protective)
Take antiviral medication as...
Start treatment at the first sign of symptoms (tingling, itching, burning)
Use prescription antiviral medication if available (acyclovir, valacyclovir, or famciclovir)
Consider an over-the-counter antiviral option...
