Overview
Herpes Simplex Virus Infection includes Herpes Simplex Virus 1 where it causes oral herpes and Herpes Simplex Virus 2 where it causes genital herpes infection. It is a contagious virus and can be transmitted from person to person.Signs and Symptoms
Painful blisters or vesicles around the mouth or genital area, Fever, Sore throat, Malaise, Swollen lymph nodes, Body acheCommon Causes
Sharing drinks or food with someone with herpes simplex virus infection, Kissing someone with herpes simplex virus infection, Sharing eating utensils with someone with herpes simplex virus infection, Sexual contact with someone with herpes simplex virus infectionRisk Factors
Age, Multiple sexual partners, Unprotective sex, Weakened immune system, Already have sexually transmitted infection (STI)Investigation Techniques
Physical examination, Tzanck smear, Viral culture, Immunofluorescence, SerologyTreatment and Prevention
Oral acyclovir or famciclovir or valacyclovir, Topical acyclovir
