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  1. Cleveland Clinic
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    Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV): Types Symptoms, & Treatment

    • Herpes simplex is a virus. There are two types of herpes. HSV-1 tends to affect your mouth and face. HSV-2 tends to affect your genital area. Once a person contracts herpes, it's a lifelong condition. Sympto… See more

    Symptoms and Causes

    How does herpes simplex spread?
    Herpes spreads through close contact with a person who has the infection. The virus can be found in skin and saliva. If you have herpes simp… See more

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    Diagnosis and Tests

    How is herpes simplex diagnosed?
    Healthcare providers may diagnose herpes simplex … See more

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    Management and Treatment

    How is herpes simplex treated?
    Some people have few to no herpes outbreaks and choose not to have treatment. But many people prefer to use medication… See more

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    Living With

    What can I do if I have herpes simplex 2 (commonly known as genital herpes)?
    Many people who find out they have herpes feel depressed knowing they'll always have the virus an… See more

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    Additional Common Questions

    How does genital herpes affect pregnancy?
    Herpes simplex virus doesn’t affect fertility or your ability to conceive. Pregnant women diagnosed with HSV-2 (commonly known as genital h… See more

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  1. Herpes simplex virus infection

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    An infection caused by the virus HSV. There are two types of Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV): HSV-1 -usually causes blisters around the mouth and lips. HSV-2 - usually causes blisters around the genitals and rectum.
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    Urgent medical attention is usually recommended by healthcare providers
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    Can be dangerous or life threatening if untreated
    How common is condition?
    Very common (More than 3 million cases per year in US)
    Is condition treatable?
    Treatments can help manage condition, no known cure
    Does diagnosis require lab test or imaging?
    Often requires lab test or imaging
    Time taken for recovery
    Can last several years or be lifelong
    How is condition transmitted?
    Transmitted through direct contact
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  2. WebMD
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    Herpes Simplex (HSV-1 and HSV-2) Virus - WebMD

     
  3. WHO
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    Herpes simplex virus - World Health Organization (WHO)

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    Herpes: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, and More

    Jan 26, 2024 · The herpes simplex virus, also known as HSV, is a viral infection that causes genital and oral herpes. Get the details on key signs, diagnosis, …

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  6. Wikipedia
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    Herpes simplex virus - Wikipedia

    Herpes simplex virus 1 (cold sores) and 2 (genital herpes) (HSV-1 and HSV-2), also known by their taxonomic names Human alphaherpesvirus 1 and Human alphaherpesvirus 2, are two members of the human Herpesviridae family, a …

  7. Mayo Clinic
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    Genital herpes - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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    What is the herpes simplex virus?
    The herpes simplex virus, also known as HSV, is a viral infection that causes genital and oral herpes. Many people live with asymptomatic HSV, which means they have the virus without ever having an outbreak or active episode of herpes. Others might experience occasional episodes of small, fluid-filled blisters or sores.

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    What is herpes?

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    Herpes infection is a viral infection caused by herpes simplex virus 1 and 2(HSV 1 and HSV 2). The infection gets transmitted by oral-to-oral contact in case of HSV-1(oral herpes) and by sexual contact in case of HSV-2(genital herpes). The symptoms of herpes include painful blisters or ulcers that can recur over time.
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    Is herpes simplex a lifelong infection?
    No, herpes simplex is a lifelong infection. The virus may reactivate and cause periodic outbreaks. How often it does this varies widely from person to person. Most people with oral herpes have fewer outbreaks as they get older, particularly after age 35. Similarly, the frequency of genital herpes outbreaks typically goes down over time.

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    What are the different types of herpes simplex virus?
    There are two types of herpes simplex virus: Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). Herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). Both HSV-1 and HSV-2 can cause oral herpes or genital herpes. They also cause infections in other areas of your body. What parts of the body does HSV affect? Herpes simplex virus can cause infections in your: Mouth and face.

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    Where did the herpes simplex 1 virus originate?
    The herpes simplex 1 genomes can be classified into six clades. Four of these occur in East Africa, one in East Asia and one in Europe and North America. This suggests that the virus may have originated in East Africa. The most recent common ancestor of the Eurasian strains appears to have evolved ~60,000 years ago.

    Herpes simplex virus - Wikipedia

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    How common is herpes simplex virus (HSV)?
    In the United States, about 48% of teens and adults under age 50 have herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), the kind that most often causes mouth sores. About 12% have herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2), the kind that most often causes genital sores. Worldwide, the numbers are higher: 67% for HSV-1 and 13% for HSV-2.

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    Herpes: Types, Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, and …

    Jun 6, 2023 · Herpes is a common and highly contagious skin infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). HSV can cause painful blisters and sores on the mouth, lips, skin, eyes, and...

  10. biologyinsights.com
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    Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 Îł34.5: Biological Impact Explained

  11. The Merck Manuals
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    Herpes Simplex Virus Infections - The Merck Manuals