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Could herpes simplex one become genital herpes?
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Well, Herpes : Simplex 1 could infect the genitals.
Answered 4/10/2020
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Two Herpes: I think you may be confusing the terms and the infections. Herpes type one, infecting 75% of americans, is usually found near or on the mouth. But, it can infect any skin that it comes in contact with, including the genitals if one is not previously infected. Herpes type two, predominantly found on or near the genitals, and infecting 25% of americans can infect any skin it comes in contact with.
Answered 5/15/2020
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