Herpes labialis is infection of the lips, mouth, or gums with the herpes simplex virus. It leads to the development of small, painful
Cold sore; Fever blister; Herpes simplex - oral; Oral herpes simplex
Herpes labialis is a common disease caused by infection of the mouth area with herpes simplex virus type 1. Most people in the United States are infected with this virus by age 20.
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Cold sore; Fever blister; Herpes simplex - oral; Oral herpes simplexPreventionAvoid direct contact with herpes sores. Minimize the risk of indirect... Read more »
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Cold sore; Fever blister; Herpes simplex - oral; Oral herpes simplexSymptomsThe first episode may be mild or severe. It usually occurs in children... Read more »
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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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Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted viral infection affecting the skin or mucous membranes of the genitals.Alternative NamesHerpes - genital;... Read more »
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Herpes - genital; Herpes simplex - genital; Herpesvirus 2; HSV-2PreventionThe best way to avoid getting genital herpes is to avoid all sexual... Read more »