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.

That Tiny Sore Down There Could Be Herpes – Here’s How to Know

That Tiny Sore Down There Could Be Herpes – Here’s How to Know

Finding a tiny sore, bump, blister, or irritated spot “down there” can feel unsettling, especially…
How to Tell If It’s Herpes, Yeast Infection, or Something Else

How to Tell If It’s Herpes, Yeast Infection, or Something Else

Genital itching, irritation, sores, discharge, or burning can be stressful—especially when you’re wondering whether it…
The Hidden Mental Health Impact of Herpes

The Hidden Mental Health Impact of Herpes

Herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections, yet it is often surrounded…
The One Question Every Doctor Should Ask About Herpes

The One Question Every Doctor Should Ask About Herpes

Herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections, yet it is also one…
I Thought It Was Just a Pimple… But It Was Herpes

I Thought It Was Just a Pimple… But It Was Herpes

A small red bump can be easy to dismiss, especially if it looks like acne,…
The Sneaky Way Herpes Hides in Your Body

The Sneaky Way Herpes Hides in Your Body

Herpes can feel confusing because it does not always behave the way people expect. Some…