Hello,
I was recently diagnosed with Genital HSV Type 1. My partner has Oral HSV Type 1, as we believe is how I contracted the virus. 1. I've been researching the topic as much as I can and I want to educate myself with this as much as possible. However, there are a few questions that I cannot seem to find an answer to and am hoping someone here could help me.

I've just had my first outbreak, more full body symptoms (fever, headach, swollen lymph nodes) and for under the pants, some irritation and lesians. No blisters, etc. I was prescribed the meds about half way through and have been taking them for 4 days now. I feel much better. Only sometime a very mild pain in my leg or theigh. I am wondering when do I know when my outbreak is done and it is more safe to have sex? Other than the chance of transmitting the virus, are there any other risks of having sex with HSV type 1??

2. I've read that spreading Genital HSV 1 is very low and I am wondering being that my partner and I both have HSV type 1 (but in different areas) what are the chances of spreading it vise versa? Should we still take extra precaution in our sex life?

3. I've read that HSV can spread to other parts of the body. I can't seem to touch at all down there or shower properly without washing my hands right after and worrying about the possibility of spreading it somewhere else. I am terrified. How common is it to be spread? I'm very worried and wonder about with sex too when it is being touched.

I would appreciate any help! Please!