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Herpes isn't life threatening and you could have it for months or years before you find out about it. Some people contract it with out having any break outs or symptoms.

The immune system can suppress break outs for long periods of time, even after contracting it. But most people usually experience a break out with in 2-30 days after being exposed to herpes.

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