Contracting an incurable STD can be a burden, and it may seem like it’s the end of your sex life. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Despite the stigma, herpes simplex virus (also known as HSV-1 and HSV-2) is more common than you might think. According to the Centers for Disease Control and […]
Herpes Simplex Virus, often shortened to HSV, is one of the most common and also most misunderstood sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the world. While other STIs, such as gonorrhea and chlamydia, have a cure available, HSV has no cure; however, if someone has been diagnosed with this virus, there are treatment options available. These […]
Herpes Simplex Virus, which is frequently shortened to HSV, is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) that people might contract. Sadly, this common virus is also one of the most misunderstood diseases as well. Because of how common and how easily spread this virus is, there is some important information that everyone […]
The herpes simplex virus is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that is categorized by the area of the body it affects. The herpes simplex virus belongs to the Herpesviridae family that includes HSV1 and HSV2, which are the strands of herpes that affect humans. Although there is currently no cure for this virus, there are […]
There has long been stigma attached to victims of STDs. Even when it’s a common STD such as herpes, people tend to be very judgmental. When someone has a cold sores, they’re likely to get strange looks and be given a wide berth in public spaces. Saddest of all, most people reacting badly are likely suffering a […]
Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV), typically referred to as herpes, is a sexually-transmitted disease characterized by sores or lesions at the area of infection. The two primary types of herpes are oral herpes, which causes cold sores around the mouth, and genital herpes, which causes sores and lesions on and around the genitals. There are also types […]
Sexually transmitted diseases are a serious issue. With so many different types and symptoms, some of the complications can be serious. Because of this, it is important for people to use protection. Furthermore, people need to know that most forms of contraception do not offer additional protection against sexually transmitted diseases. Condoms are one of […]
Cold sores, also known as, herpes labialis or fever blisters, are red, sometimes painful blisters located on or around the area of the mouth. This infection is caused by the herpes simplex virus, also known as HSV1. HSV1 is often confused with the HSV2 virus. The HSV1 virus causes cold sores while HSV2 causes sores […]
According to a recent report about suicides in America, the suicide rates that include both sexes and all racial and ethnic groups have increased. This disturbing report, issued by federal health officials from the CDC, shows that since 1999, the suicide rates within America have increased by 30 percent. This increase has also touched the […]
The herpes simplex virus is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that is categorized by the area of the body it affects. The herpes simplex virus belongs to the Herpesviridae family that includes HSV1 and HSV2, which are the strands of herpes that affect humans. Although there is currently no cure for this virus, there are […]