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The only way to prevent contracting the herpes virus is to avoid contact with infected persons and secretions. Always have protective sex.

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There is 8 different types of herpes virus. Two common strands of herpes is herpes simplex 1 (HSV1) and herpes simplex 2 (HSV2)

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Genome consists of an non-segmented, linear, double-stranded DNA molecule.

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According to World Health Organization estimated 67% of the population has HSV1.

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HSPV1 is commonly seen as fever blisters but can also been seen as ulcers on the genital region. Signs and Symptoms are sores or ulcers, fever blisters, and/or flu-like discomfort.

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Herpes virus can lay dormant in a person's body. They can be a carrier and never know it.

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Also know as genital herpes. Signs and symptom include ulcers to the genital region, pain , and flu-like symptoms. It is estimated that 14% of Americans have genital herpes. It can increase risk of contracting HIV.

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Anyone can get the herpes virus. It is transmitted from person-to-person when a susceptible person has direct physical contact with an infected person.

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Herpes simplex virus can lead to severe complications such as encephalitis.

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Mother can transmit herpes to her baby. Occurs when neonate is exposed in the genital tract through delivery.

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Neonatal herpes can lead to neurological disabilities or death.

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Doctors can prescribe antiviral medication in the form of ointments and/or pills. This will treat the symptoms of herpes but will NOT cure it. The medicine can shorten the duration of the outbreak. Suppressive medication can be taken daily to decrease the amount of breakouts.