Question about pubic hair

Hi friends,

In my quest to optimize the non-transmission of the virus to my girlfriend I have been wondering about pubic hair.

My infection is on the base of the penis where hair grows (in fact, I fatally shaved the day I caught it - and the presence of micro-lesions / abrasion caused by the razor could have contributed to the infection).

What are the odds of a slightly increased protection with some pubic hair on there? We are assuming I'm asymptomatic, taking medication, and wearing a condom.

Do you think it would help, even a little bit?

Many thanks,

Well, in theory having pubic hair will decrease chances of skin on skin contact and therefore decrease the chances of transmission. I used the lets grow my pubic hair and dont wax protocol for the first couple of months but to be honest I dont think it makes any difference. If you are taking your medication and tracking your symptoms those are usually enough. However unlike waxing shaving with a razor irritates the skin like hell so if you feel comfortable with pubic hair then dont shave it. Alternatively, you can get a machine to trim your pubic hair. I used one for my first year.

In short my advise is either dont shave with a razor and grow your pubic hair or get a hair trimming machine.

I doubt pubic hair has any effect on transmission of the herpes virus.

But I'm not a doctor and my advice is based on zero research into the issue.

Thanks guys sounds very reasonable. Best regards,,