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Oral Herpes

Isn't it great to hear the words “I will never leave you?” Most of us probably would want something that we treasure to be with us for life but what would you do when something that you never wanted would stick with you and promises to never leave you until your last breath no matter what you do? Dreadful, isn't it? Yet, this promise of lifelong companionship is something that you can count on with Herpes.

Herpes is one of the most commonly sexually transmitted diseases. It is a viral disease which makes it incurable. Meaning, once you have it, it stays for life. The virus that causes this infection is herpes simplex virus (HSV). Among the many forms of herpes, the two most popular and widely known to man are the genital herpes (herpes genitalis) and the oral herpes (herpes labialis).

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Herpes Simplex Virus

Herpes Simplex is a contagious viral infection commonly seen as cold sores on the lip but this virus can also affect the genital area. This article shares the medical symptoms of cold sores (also known as fever blisters) and other types of herpes simplex viruses. We will also look at ways you can get rid of cold sores on your lip or genital area.

There are two strains of herpes simplex viruses: Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and Herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). HSV-1 is the type of infection typically found on the lip, mouth or face. This is the most common type and can develop during childhood. HSV-2 is usually transmitted sexually and may results in genital ulcers or sores.

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