Genital herpes can still be contagious even when it is a dried-out scab with no pain. The herpes simplex virus (HSV) can be shed from the skin and transmitted to others even when there are no active s...

Yes, genital herpes can still be contagious even when it's in the form of a dried out scab with no pain. The virus remains active and can potentially be transmitted through skin-to-skin contact. It's important to practice safe hygiene measures and avoid touching or coming into contact with any open sores or scabs to prevent spreading the infection. If you have concerns about transmission, it might be helpful to speak with a healthcare provider for guidance on managing genital herpes effectively.