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What's the difference between hsv-1 oral herpes and hsv-2 oral herpes viruses?

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No diff: There really is no difference between the two except the location on the body where they are found.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Practically nothing.: There is some difference in their viral RNA but both viruses act the same and are treated similarly.

Answered 5/6/2019

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Almost the same: They are now found in both the mouth and genital areas at just about the same rate. They have the same mode of action and cause the same problems.

Answered 9/11/2013

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