lakeesha Hennessy Williams answered
Herpes is a term that is used to describe a number of different conditions caused by the viruses HSV-1 and HSV-2.
There are two fairly common forms:
How do you know if you've got oral herpes? Oral herpes (also known as cold sores) is an infection that shows up as sores on the mouth and lip area.
You may also experience some acute gum problems, including gingivitis.
Oral herpes is fairly common and, although it can't be completely treated, there are a number of products that can help prevent or control outbreaks.
I use a cream called Zovirax whenever I suffer from cold sores.
How do I know if I've got genital herpes?
Genital herpes is a little harder to diagnose straight-away because often the virus will remain symptom-less and dormant for a period of time before an outbreak.
The first outbreak is usually the worst, and usually consists of:
Although recurring outbreaks are likely, they are shorter and less-severe that the initial one.
For more information on the herpes virus, why not check out the American Social Health Association's dedicated herpes section.
If you suspect that you have come in contact with herpes, it is important to contact your doctor or local healthcare provider.
There are two fairly common forms:
- Oral herpes
- Genital herpes
How do you know if you've got oral herpes? Oral herpes (also known as cold sores) is an infection that shows up as sores on the mouth and lip area.
You may also experience some acute gum problems, including gingivitis.
Oral herpes is fairly common and, although it can't be completely treated, there are a number of products that can help prevent or control outbreaks.
I use a cream called Zovirax whenever I suffer from cold sores.
How do I know if I've got genital herpes?
Genital herpes is a little harder to diagnose straight-away because often the virus will remain symptom-less and dormant for a period of time before an outbreak.
The first outbreak is usually the worst, and usually consists of:
- Painful blisters around the genitals and rectum
- Pain urinating
- Vaginal discharge in women
- High temperature and general fever-like symptoms
Although recurring outbreaks are likely, they are shorter and less-severe that the initial one.
For more information on the herpes virus, why not check out the American Social Health Association's dedicated herpes section.
If you suspect that you have come in contact with herpes, it is important to contact your doctor or local healthcare provider.
