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.
Herpes Without Blisters? Yes, It’s Possible
Herpes is often pictured as obvious fluid-filled blisters or painful sores, but that is not…
I Thought It Was Just Allergies… Until It Was Herpes
Many people notice itching, redness, swelling, or irritation and immediately think, “It’s probably allergies.” That…
The Best Way to Tell Your Partner You Have Herpes
Telling your partner you have herpes can feel intimidating, but it does not have to…
Herpes Diagnosis at 20, 30, or 40 – Does Age Matter?
A herpes diagnosis at 20, 30, or 40 can bring up different emotions, questions, and…
Why Your “Ingrown Hair” Might Actually Be Herpes
A sore, tender bump near your genitals can be easy to write off as an…
The Real Reason Herpes Keeps Coming Back
Herpes can feel confusing because symptoms may disappear for weeks, months, or even years, then…
