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Herpes transmission can be reduced by practicing safe sex, using condoms, and abstinence from sex before, during, and after and outbreak. There is always a risk of contracting herpes from each new sexual partner one involves themselves with. Persons with herpes can reduce their chances of spreading herpes by taking antiviral medications daily, and by practicing the safe sex and abstinence as mentioned above. Asymptomatic herpes transmission has been proven to occur. Individuals who suspect they may have contracted herpes can go to a clinic and have their blood tested or have their sores/lesions tested for the virus.

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While it is possible, it is unlikley for transmission of herpes to occur by sitting on a toilet seat, or touching items that someone with herpes touched.

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Pregnant women who have genital herpes are able to pass the virus along to their child through vaginal childbirth. Cesarean sections are recommended to minimize the chance of mother-newborn herpes transmission.

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Herpes vaccinations have been in the works for years now. While there is no vaccine for herpes as of now, there is hope for one in the future as science and technology continues to evolve.

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Genital herpes is contracted more often by females due to their anatomy. Genital is also said to be more painful for females due to the sores and lesions being inside the vagina. The herpes community in America generally advocates for "disclosure", which is when the person who has herpes tells the person that they are having a sexual interaction with that they have herpes. This can be difficult for some individuals.

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While many people are estimated to have Herpes, as many as one in six people in the US, the actual number of people with herpes is unknown. This is because many people are asymptomatic and are not aware that they have the virus. Living with symptomatic herpes can cause psychological suffering, anxiety, depression, and emotions such as shame, embarrassment, and guilt. Psychiatric care is advised for people who suffer from these feelings. Support groups are also avaliable.

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Herpes Simplex virus symptoms may be treated with several methods. Reduce stress is a preventative method for lessening the frequency of outbreaks. The best method of preventing herpes simplex symptoms is by the use of antiviral medications and creams. These medications can be taken daily to help keep outbreaks from occurring. Medications and ointments may also be used during the initial stages of an outbreak to lessen severity and duration.

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Herpes Simplex is common name for both HSV1 and HSV2. HSV1 is often the virus known as "oral herpes". HSV2 is the virus often known as "genital herpes". However, both types of herpes can affect any area of the body, including the fingers, eyes, anus, and any part of the body that is exposed to the virus. Kissing, oral sex, anal sex, and vaginal sex are common methods of Herpes Simplex transmission.

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When an individual contracts herpes, the individual usually goes through what is known as an "initial outbreak". The initial outbreak often involves fever, chills, and painful blisters. The initial outbreak is typically more severe and last longer than outbreaks after the initial outbreak. Individuals with herpes sometimes undergo a prodromal stage before symptoms appear. This stage can include itching or tingling or shooting sensations in the area to be affected. Following this stage of outbreak is stage 1, 2, and 3.

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The herpes simplex virus is a STI that can cause painful cold sores / blisters that appear in and around the mouth or genital area. It is contracted by contact with skin, mucus, or saliva with people who have the virus. Herpes is a permanent virus and has no cure or vaccine. Herpes simplex symptoms will vary with regards to frequency and severity among individuals. Some people may be asymptomatic, and some people may have symptoms as often as once a month, or once a year.