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Herpes simplex is a viral infection that mainly affects the mouth or genital area. |
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Symptoms
Blisters or ulcers - most often on the mouth, lips and gums, or genitals; Enlarged lymph nodes in the neck or groin (...
Causes
There are two strains of herpes simplex viruses: Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) is usually associated with infec...
Tests
Many times, doctors can tell whether you have an HSV infection simply by looking at the sores. However, certain tests...
Treatments
Some cases are mild and may not need treatment. People who have severe or prolonged outbreaks (especially if it is th...
Alternative Therapies
Support groups and dating services are available for people with genital herpes.
Complications
Eczema herpetiform (widespread herpes across the skin; Encephalitis; Infection of the eye - keratoconjunctivitis; Inf...
Prevention
Preventing HSV infection is difficult because people can spread the virus even when they don't have any symptoms of a...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you develop symptoms that resemble a herpes infection. There are many different con...
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