Category: Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)
Divided into two types: HSV-1 (often causing oral herpes) and HSV-2 (often causing genital herpes). Characterized by periodic outbreaks of painful sores.
My Partner Has Herpes – Should I Be Worried?
Learning that your partner has herpes can bring up a lot of questions: Am I…
That Painful Bump After Shaving Could Be Herpes
A painful bump after shaving can be easy to dismiss as a razor bump, ingrown…
One Night Stand Regret? Get Tested For These 3 Things
A one night stand can bring up mixed feelings afterward—especially if protection was not used,…
How Accurate Are At-Home Herpes Tests?
Wondering whether an at-home herpes test is accurate is completely understandable, especially if you have…
Genital Herpes in 2026: What’s Actually Changing
Genital herpes in 2026 is not a brand-new condition, but the way people understand, test…
Is It Herpes or Something Else? Visual Symptom Guide
Noticing a bump, sore, rash, or irritation around your mouth or genitals can feel stressful,…