Genital Herpes
Herpes simplex virus infection, commonly referred to as herpes, can be caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) or herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). HSV-1 is spread primarily by mouth-to-mouth contact and causes an infection in or around the mouth (oral or cold sores). HSV-2 is transmitted almost exclusively sexually and causes an infection in the genital or anal area (genital herpes). However, HSV-1 can also be transmitted to the genital area through orogenital contact and cause genital herpes. In very rare circumstances, genital herpes can be passed from mother to child during childbirth.

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We will deal with Genital Herpes today in our section on Sexuality.

Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the herpes simplex virus. It can cause sores on the genital or rectal area, buttocks, and thighs. You can get it from having vaginal, anal, or oral sex with someone who has it. The virus can be spread even when the sores are not present. Mothers can infect their babies during childbirth.

The symptoms are commonly called flare-ups. The sores usually appear near the area where the virus entered the body. Sores are blisters that break open and become painful, then heal. Sometimes people don't know they have herpes because they have no or very mild symptoms. The virus can be more serious in newborns or in people with weakened immune systems.

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