Question:
Hi,
I have a large pimple-like sore on my package. I am wondering if it could be herpes? I have never had sex before, but my sister has herpes and we share a bathroom when I am home from school (I just got home 3 days ago and I just noticed the sore now). I have some acne on other parts of my body but never there. Could it be herpes?

Answer:
From what I've read and researched you can't transmit it by a towel. Herpes or no herpes thats just gross! Who shares a towel w/their siblings? Ewww..

How does the pimple look like? does it hurt?

Answer:
I guess in other words I dont think you can get it from sharing the same bathroom. Check out the site on prevention on this site. Maybe it will help ease your mind.

Answer:
Haha, I don't share a towel. I just mean like the toilet seat or shower or something. Or possible a towel after its been washed but... yeah. I want to say it doesnt look like a normal pimple.. its a bit large for a pimple, but again anything where it is isn't going to look "normal" to me...

Answer:
If the towels are washed with water and soap it kills the virus.