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HSV(Herpes)
HSV, or herpes simplex virus, is a virus that has two types. Type 1 causes "cold sores" or sores around the mouth, while Type 2 causes genital herpes.
How long it usually lasts:
Short-term (lasts days to weeks)
How common is it?
| Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common | |
| Baby0-2 | Very common | ||||
| Preteen6-13 | Very common | ||||
| Teenager14-18 | Very common | ||||
| Young adult19-40 | Very common | ||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 | Very common |
Body locations
Pelvis, Mouth
Medications
Ratings show how effective doctors think these medications are at treating HSV
Tests
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