Question 1

could you give some one herpes simplex 1 if you don't have a cold sore/fever blister?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: The herpes family of viruses are very common. Some people will get outbreaks, others who are exposed may never have an outbreak, and only with a blood test will find out they were ever exposed.

For those who have outbreaks, they can release the virus before a sore is present, either oral or genital sores.

Question 2

why did i get herpes simplex-1?

Accepted Answer

Possibly from : Kissing. It is a common infection that is the most frequent cause of cold sores.

Question 3

could you compare and contrast herpes simplex 1 vs 2?

Accepted Answer

Herpes 1 and 2: the majority of Genital Herpes is Type 2 however about a third of genital herpes
is t ype 1 wich usually occurs on the face and is know as a 'cold sore' they are close cousins!
Besides using a condom to prevent spread
of genital herpes, there are a number of antriviral medications that decrease spread and can shorten an outbreak. See your physician for a prescription

Question 4

can i have gotton herpes simplex 1 orally, but not genitally?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Herpes simplex 1 is usually found orally.

Question 5

i have herpes simplex 1. what does herpes on tongue look like?

Accepted Answer

Like a cold sore: It looks like an ulcer. It hurts and burns.  Similar to how a cold sore appears on your lip.  Any mucous membrane can be affected including your tongue.

Question 6

is it true that herpes simplex 1 contagious without an outbreak?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but less so: All those infected with either herpes simplex 1 or 2 (oral/genital) constantly shed the virus & can give it to someone without an active lesion. However, you are more likely to get it when there is an active lesion since there is a higher level of the virus being shed. Most people acquire hsv1 but rarely or never have sores. There are meds your md or dmd can give to reduce freuency & severity.

Question 7

do you know are hpv and herpes simplex 1 and 2 related conditions?

Accepted Answer

Only from the : Standpoint that they are infectious diseases that can be spread through sexual contact.

Question 8

i was wondering what are my daily treatment options for herpes simplex 1 and 2?

Accepted Answer

Three medications: If you want to prevent an outbreak of either herpes 1 or herpes too virus there are three antiviral oral medications that you can take. Since they are all prescription you need to ask your doctor about them.

Question 9

could you tell me what are my daily treatment options for herpes simplex 1 and 2?

Accepted Answer

Acyclovir: Acyclovir & Ganciclovir are the most common meds used to treat and/or prevent either form of herpes. If it is in the oral area, your dentist can treat it otherwise see your regular md.

Question 10

i'm starting to think i have the herpes simplex 1 virus. could that anyway spread to my boyfriend?

Accepted Answer

Cold sore?: Herpes simplex virus 1 ; 2 infections can be spread to others.

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Is it true that herpes simplex 1 contagious without an outbreak?

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Do you know are hpv and herpes simplex 1 and 2 related conditions?

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I was wondering what are my daily treatment options for herpes simplex 1 and 2?

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I'm starting to think i have the herpes simplex 1 virus. could that anyway spread to my boyfriend?

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