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How are herpes 1 and herpes2 different?
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HSV-1 ; HSV -2: Hsv -1 is the main cause for cold sores but also can be spread to the genital area. Hsv -2 causes most herpes simplex infections of the genital region but can also cause oral lesions.
Answered 3/13/2014
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