 [ Symptoms ] i believe i contracted herpes from tanning machine at gym [ Disease ] another thing that i would like to add is that you should get regular tests done for checking the viral counts like antigen antibody reaction polymerase chain reaction etc if the viral counts increase then your antiviral medication doses can be titrated if you get an eruption of sores avoid any intimate contact with other individuals and also keep your personal belongings like towels napkins etc separate