Herpes simplex
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Explore overview, symptoms, causes, treatment, diagnosis, prevention, and FAQ articles for this condition.
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FAQ about Herpes simplex
This FAQ article explains the most common questions people have about Herpes simplex, including what it is, how it spreads, how doctors diagnose it, what treatments can help, and what to expect over time. Herpes simplex is a common viral infection,…
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Prevention of Herpes simplex
Herpes simplex is caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) or herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). Once infection occurs, the virus remains in the body in a latent state within nerve cells and can later reactivate. For that reason,…
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Treatment for Herpes simplex
What treatments are used for Herpes simplex? Management centers on antiviral medications such as acyclovir, valacyclovir, and famciclovir, along with supportive care for symptoms and, in selected cases, long-term suppressive therapy. These treatments do not eliminate the virus from the body,…
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Diagnosis of Herpes simplex
Herpes simplex is usually diagnosed through a combination of clinical observation and laboratory testing. The condition is caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) or type 2 (HSV-2), both of which infect epithelial cells and establish lifelong latency in sensory…
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Causes of Herpes simplex
What causes Herpes simplex? At its core, Herpes simplex is caused by infection with the herpes simplex virus, usually herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) or herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). The condition develops when the virus enters the body,…
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Symptoms of Herpes simplex
What are the symptoms of Herpes simplex? The condition most often causes clusters of painful or burning blisters, tingling or itching before the lesions appear, and temporary soreness in the affected area. Some people also develop fever, swollen lymph nodes, headache,…