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.
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I Had No Symptoms… Until I Tested Positive for Herpes
Testing positive for herpes when you’ve never noticed symptoms can feel confusing, unfair, and even…
The Herpes Trigger Foods You’re Eating Every Day
Herpes flare-ups can feel frustrating, especially when they seem to appear “out of nowhere.” While…
I Got Herpes From Someone Who “Didn’t Have Symptoms”
Finding out you may have gotten herpes from someone who “didn’t have symptoms” can feel…
I Had Sex Once… And Now I Think I Have Herpes
If you had sex once and now you’re worried you might have herpes, you’re not…
The Herpes Symptom You’re Probably Ignoring Right Now
Herpes does not always show up as obvious blisters or painful sores. In fact, one…
The Real Statistics: How Common Is Herpes Really?
Herpes is one of the most common viral infections in the world, yet it is…