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.

Hidden Herpes Symptoms That Show Up Years Later

Hidden Herpes Symptoms That Show Up Years Later

Herpes can be confusing because symptoms do not always appear right after exposure. In fact,…
Can Herpes Go Away on Its Own? The Truth

Can Herpes Go Away on Its Own? The Truth

If you’re wondering, “Can herpes go away on its own?” you’re not alone. Herpes is…
How Soon After Sex Do Herpes Symptoms Appear?

How Soon After Sex Do Herpes Symptoms Appear?

Wondering how soon after sex herpes symptoms can appear is a common concern, especially after…
Herpes Symptoms That Feel Like the Flu

Herpes Symptoms That Feel Like the Flu

Herpes symptoms can sometimes feel surprisingly similar to the flu, especially during a first outbreak.…
The Herpes Vaccine Update You Need to Hear

The Herpes Vaccine Update You Need to Hear

Herpes vaccine research is moving forward, but the most important update is also the most…
I Tested Positive for Herpes… And My Life Didn’t End

I Tested Positive for Herpes… And My Life Didn’t End

Testing positive for herpes can feel like the floor drops out from under you. One…