Herpes simplex is a highly contagious viral infection characterized by blisters around the mouth (so-called cold sores, or fever blisters), lips, or genitals. There are two strains of the virus: herpes simplex virus, type 1 (HSV1), usually associated with the mouth, lip, and face infections; and herpes simplex virus, type 2, usually associated with infections of the sex organs and those contracted at birth. However, there is substantial overlap of symptoms.

Infection is transmitted…

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