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Symptoms

Symptoms vary depending on the stage of the virus, the initial or primary outbreak, and recurrence. Both herpes simplex viruses 1 and 2 produce similar symptoms, but they can differ in severity depending on the site of infection. More than 60% of new HSV-2 infections and about a third of new HSV-1 infections do not produce symptoms.

General Symptoms of a First (Primary) Herpes Simplex Infection

Skin Eruptions and Pain. The first time a person experiences a herpes simplex outbreak, skin eru...

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Expert & Community Posts

Is a Cure for Herpes on the Horizon

By healthgal , Health Expert

...have now figured out how the HSV1 - the cause of cold sores - manages to hide out. Apparently... Read more »

A Cold Sore Cure?

By Penelope James , Health Expert

...HSV-1, which is very common and typically causes cold sores on the mouth, produces microbits of... Read more »

Herpes Tests: How to Choose?

By Penelope James , Health Expert

Maybe your partner (or ex) has just told you he/she has herpes. Or maybe you’ve recently... Read more »

Breaking the News

By Penelope James , Health Expert

Have you just met someone who you'd like to be (or have already been) intimate with and want to... Read more »

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Arrhythmia Patient Guide

An arrhythmia is any type of irregular heartbeat. It may present itself as a skipped beat, a rapid or slow heart rate, or a continuous irregular heartbeat. Each year, millions of people are... Read more »

Migraine Issues: Take Action: Management of migraine

Although a cure for migraine headache does not yet exist, headache pain can be managed with lifestyle modifications and medication. Specifically: Keep a diary to record headache patternsAvoid... Read more »

Conclusion and Questions to ask your doctor about Alzheimer's disease "

Alzheimer's disease is an irreversible disorder of the brain, which leads to the loss of memory, and overall mental and physical function. Eventually it leads to death. Scientists are studying... Read more »

Questions for your Cardiologist: Heart Questions to Ask your Doctor

Your doctor has spent many years studying the way the body works in health and disease. You may be able to benefit more from that knowledge if you ask questions that are important for your individual... Read more »

What is the key to healthy diabetes management? "

There is no diabetes cure. Diabetes management includes the control of diabetes symptoms through:Diet to control blood glucose levelExercise Blood glucose testing Oral medication Insulin ... Read more »

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