Herpes Simplex causes both Genital Herpes and Oral Herpes - cold sores. Content in this section deals with the Simplex virus itself. Also see: MedlinePlus: Herpes Simplex
Yes, Herpes Simplex is contagious. There are two types of Herpes
Simplex, Herpes Simplex 1 and 2. Herpes Simplex 1 usually
causes Oral Herpes - cold sores whereas Herpes Simplex
2 usually causes Genital Herpes. This article provides an overview of the risk factors of Herpes Simplex and advice on the treatment and precautionary measures you can take to minimize it.
There are two types of Herpes Simplex: Herpes Simplex 1 and
Herpes Simplex 2. Although you can't cure either you can minimize
outbreaks of the virus with antiviral treatment, precautions and
general care. This article covers both oral and genital Herpes outbreaks, and talks about ways to reduce them.
Herpes Simplex is unfortunately very easy to catch. Usually
it spreads via close skin contact, typically kissing or sexual
activity. This article covers the ways in which Herpes Simplex can be caught and precautions and treatment options for those with the virus.
No, there is no cure for Herpes Simplex. Herpes Simplex is a virus comparable to the common cold, it is nearly as common and it comes back again again.
It is estimated that 50-80% of the population carry the Herpes virus and most
are not even aware of it. It is possible to carry the Herpes virus without visible
outbreaks for years.