Herpes simplex is a common and usually mild recurrent skin condition.
It can cause "cold sores" or "fever blisters" on the mouth or face. This is known as "oral herpes".
Herpes Simplex can also cause similar symptoms in the genital area. This is known as "genital herpes".
A virus causes herpes - either herpes simplex type 1 (HSV-1) or herpes simplex type 2 (HSV-2). As with
all viruses, there is no cure for herpes. It is different from other common viral infections because
once it is introduced it lives in the body over a lifetime, often without symptoms or with periodic
symptoms. This is called "latency." The virus can travel the nerve pathways in a part of the body and
hide away, sleeping, in the nerve roots for long periods of time. Even though HSV may not cause "cold sores"
or genital signs or symptoms at the moment, it can still cause symptoms later. [more]
More Information
If you have additional questions about herpes, call the National Herpes Hotline at (919) 361-8488.
Trained Health Communication Specialists are available to take calls from 9 am to 7 pm, EST, Monday
through Friday. Find information on the National Herpes Resource Center (HRC) by clicking here.
The National Herpes Hotline (NHH) is operated by ASHA as part of the Herpes Resource Center (HRC). The hotline,
which receives over 60,000 calls a year, provides accurate information and appropriate referrals to anyone
concerned about herpes. Trained Health Communication Specialists are available to address questions related
to transmission, prevention and treatment of herpes simplex virus (HSV). The NHH also provides support for
emotional issues surrounding herpes such as self-esteem and partner communication. The hotline is open from
9 a.m. to 7 p.m., ET, Monday through Friday.
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