Question 1

is herpes serious?

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Not usually: Herpes simplex  when sexually transmitted to an otherwise healthy adult usually manifests as a group of burning or painful blisters.  The problem in these individuals is the high potential for reccurrence and it's contagious nature. 
Herpes simplex infections in those with a poor or compromised immune system  such as aids or neonates on the other hand can be very serious.

Question 2

can herpes be cured?

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No: Herpes simplex virus, like all members of this group of viruses, acts like a squatter.  Sets up shop in your body and remains there for the rest of your life, although you may never have symptoms.

Question 3

how did i get herpes?

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From someone else: You get herpes from someone else who has it.  Hsv-2 is usually transmitted sexually.  Hsv-1, the cause of cold sores, is often acquired earlier in life through close personal contact that isn't sexual.

Question 4

how to remove herpes?

Accepted Answer

You don't!: The acquisition of herpes 1 or 2 is permanent and the viruses are spread by vaginal/anal and oral interocurse, and kissing. If you have herpes, you can prevent the spead by taking acyclovir, famvir, (famciclovir) or valtex!

Question 5

what are symptoms of herpes?

Accepted Answer

HERPES SYMPTOMS: I am assuming you mean herpes simplex commonly known as cold sores. Symptoms are itching and burning, blisters located mainly on the lips and face, also on the genital areas. Occasionally on the fingers, buttocks, and other areas of the skin. Highly contagious. Caused by viruses.

Question 6

herpes and telling a partner?

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Yes!: You should always tell you partner that you have herpes, for several reasons.  (1) it's the right thing to do...You'd want to know if the situation were reversed. (2) you can't always tell when you're contagious, (3) if antibody tests show that your partner doesn't already have it, you can take medication to prevent outbreaks and keep the herpes suppressed.

Question 7

what is the caused of herpes?

Accepted Answer

Virus: Herpes is caused by virus. There are two most common ones - HSV (herpes simplex virus) type 1 and type 2. There is also herpes zoster that is a known cause of chicken pox and also shingles.

Question 8

is it painful to have herpes?

Accepted Answer

Yes : When the virus becomes active the sores can be quite painful.  Oral herpes can be treated with a laser to hasten healing and eliminate the pain.

Question 9

does herpes always have pain?

Accepted Answer

No : Both type 1 and type 2 herpes simplex as well as herpes zoster can manifest without pain. A little tingling is quite common however.

Question 10

what causes herpes to spread?

Accepted Answer

Touch: Herpes spreads by touch.  There are living viruses in the sores and you can introduce the virus pretty much anywhere on your body by touch.  So it's very important to wash hands well after touching the sores.

It is also spread in the saliva once you have been infected.  You can spread herpes even when you aren't having any active sores.

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