u/OutOfContextHuman678

I (28F) have oral HSV-1 and my boyfriend (30M) is asking for a blowjob. He says that if we use a condom, there’s no risk of transmission because the “critical area” is covered, and he’s also circumcised.

I’m okay with using a condom, but I’m worried about transmitting HSV-1 to areas not covered by the condom. From what I understand, skin-to-skin contact can still spread it.

He insists there’s no real risk, but I don’t want to make a mistake I’ll regret. Is it true that using a condom makes it safe for the oral stuff , or is there still a risk of transmission?