September 22nd, 2009 by Herpeslips
Herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases in America, so it is important for us to have an understanding of the condition so that we can take the proper measures to prevent it, or treat it if we already have contracted it.
There are two types of herpes, caused by two different [...]
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September 15th, 2009 by Herpeslips
People have a common idea that herpes simplex is a disease specifically contracted through intimate contact, but this isn’t altogether true. Ordinary direct skin contact may also account for herpes virus transmission. Many people still believe that the herpes virus might be caught with the contact of ordinary objects like toilet seats. Although that idea [...]
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September 10th, 2009 by Herpeslips
Genital herpes is caused by two forms of the herpes simplex viruses: HSV-1 or HSV-2.
Most oral herpes is caused by HSV-1, and most genital herpes is caused by HSV-2.
Most people do not show signs or symptoms from HSV-1 or HSV-2 infection.
at least 45 million people ages 12 and older, or 20% [...]
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