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What If I'm A Carrier Of Herpes?
- Herpes Simplex - Risk Factors
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- Treatment for Genital Herpes
Diagnosis
The herpes simplex virus is usually identifiable by its characteristic lesion: A thin-walled blister on an inflamed base of skin. However, other conditions can resemble herpes, and doctors cannot base a herpes diagnosis on visual inspection alone. In addition, many patients who carry the virus do not have visible genital or oral lesions. Laboratory tests are essential for confirming herpes diagnosis. These tests include:
- Virologic tests (viral culture of the lesion)
- Serologic tests...
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Herpes labialis (oral Herpes simplex)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Herpes labialis is infection of the lips, mouth, or gums with the herpes simplex virus. It leads to the development of small, painful blisters... Read more »
Herpes labialis (oral Herpes simplex)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Cold sore; Fever blister; Herpes simplex - oral; Oral herpes simplexPreventionAvoid direct contact with herpes sores. Minimize the risk of indirect... Read more »
Herpes labialis (oral Herpes simplex)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Cold sore; Fever blister; Herpes simplex - oral; Oral herpes simplexTreatmentUntreated, the symptoms will generally go away in 1 to 2 weeks.... Read more »
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