Herpes
Book AppointmentHerpes is a viral disease that is contagious. The Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) causes this infection which is contracted through sexual intercourse or exposure to an infected individual's body fluids.
Once a person has been infected, the virus can lie dormant in the body for years or days before it gets activated. It can get also reactivate multiple times in a year.
There are two types of Herpes: type 1 and type 2.
Type 1 causes sores around the mouth (oral infections).
Type 2 causes sores around the genital areas. This is a sexually transmitted infection and is called genital herpes.
Herpes simplex type 1 is transmitted through oral secretions or sores on the skin. It can be spread through kissing or sharing objects such as toothbrushes or eating utensils.
Herpes type 2 is when a person has sexual contact with someone who has a genital HSV-2 infection.
When to seek expert advise
If you experience the above symptoms, you should see your doctor or consult the physicians from the Kidney and Bladder or Internal Medicine Service Line at the Aga Khan University Hospital.
For expert gynaecological advice, you can also visit a doctor working with the Women's Health Care Services at The Aga Khan University Hospital.
Disclaimer
The information provided on our website is for educational purposes and not intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You should always seek the advice of your doctor or other healthcare professional provider.
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