Category: Herpes
Genital Herpes (HSV-2): Signs, Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
What is genital herpes? One of the most common STIs or sexually transmitted infections today is genital herpes, aslo known as herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). As its term suggests, the condition refers to an infection involving the genitals or the sexual organs of both males and females. As defined, it can be acquired when …
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Can You Get Herpes From a Toilet Seat?
There is a misconception circulating about herpes and its capacity to infect thousands of individuals, from which people believe that they can get the infection from toilet seats. Is this real? Well, the answer is NO. Herpes, especially genital herpes, is transmitted through unprotected sex. It is a type of sexually transmitted infection, where it …
Herpes Discharge
Defining Herpes As already known, herpes refers to a type of infection contracted through sexual contact. The infection has two types, being HSV-1 and HSV-2. They are also known as oral herpes and genital herpes, respectively. Both of these types can be treated through antiviral agents. Because of the availability of antiviral medications, it becomes …
Genital Herpes: Transmission and Complications
Defining Genital Herpes Genital herpes is recognized as a form of sexually transmitted infection that affects mostly an individual’s genitals, whether it be the penis or vagina. The said infection involves HSV (herpes simplex virus), which negatively stirs both genders. When someone is engaged in unprotected sex, there is a high chance of the infection’s …
Can You Donate Blood if You Have Herpes?
Donating blood is an act of kindness. In fact, it is the most precious gift that you can give to someone, especially to patients. Once an individual donates safe blood, it saves lives. It can save a single life, most especially a woman who experiences complications during her pregnancy and childbirth. Other than that, it …
Herpes on the Buttocks
One of the many health complications that can be triggered by an infection known as herpes simplex virus is herpes on the buttocks. While this infection isn’t popularly known, it involves a viral condition on either of the two rounded parts of the exterior anatomy of most mammals or what is called part of the …
Herpes Gladiatorum (Mat Herpes): Signs, Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
What is herpes gladiatorum (mat herpes)? Herpes gladiatorum is generally described as a skin infection brought about by HSV-1 or herpes simplex virus type 1. The skin condition is triggered by the same kind of virus that induces painful sores or annoying fever blisters. Compared to the second type of HSV, the first type is the …
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Can You Die From Herpes?
Recognized as one of the most contagious infections today, herpes has two types, being HSV-1 and HSV-2. The said infection is a result of the Herpes Simplex Virus. The said types are also known as oral and genital herpes. When someone is diagnosed with either of the two illnesses, the individual will tend to ask …
Shingles (Herpes Zoster): Signs, Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
What is Shingles (Herpes Zoster)? Induced by a common virus known as varicella-zoster, shingles or herpes zoster is a type of infection that triggers annoying and painful rashes on the skin. The said infection appears on any part of the body, although it usually develops in the torso. This infection is somewhat correlative to chickenpox. Why …
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Chances of Getting Herpes from Kissing
As defined, herpes is another type of illness or infection triggered by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). The first type of infection is the main cause of what is known today as oral herpes. It includes fever blisters and annoying sores involving the mouth. Meanwhile, the second type triggers itchy sores surrounding the genital region, from …
