what`s the herpes symptoms
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its depend on how many tme u catch that virus...we have 2 type of that ,type 1 and 2 ...type one almost always catch our face specialy our lips and type 2 almost always catch our genitalia parts ...it can be including vulve,cervix and....if u catch that visus for the first time ,before u find(or ur doc find)any lesion u have some sign like fever,mialgia,rinit...like whne u catch a common cold after a while u can see the lesion in ur face or in ur genitalia...of course some of the genitalia lesion are invisible ,cuz they are inside the vgin in cervix area then u cant visit them by ur self ...but the herpes lesion that u can see ...at first they are like some acne(swelling a little )some times have a little ich and after a while they become a lesion..and after some days they will go away by them selves without any cure.....of course even if u treat them by topical or systemic medicament they wont treat totally ..and the virus will stay in ur body ...but u will decrease the transmition chance....u can ask mor eif u have any other Q ...
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Usually herpes isnt the size of a pin head. It will start as a blister, then rupture leaving an open sore, sore will crust over, fall off. Possible scarring. I hope since this is a week old you went to the doctor.
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It sounds like a heat rash to me. I dont think herpes itches down there at least a cold sore a person gets on their mouth which is also known a version of herpes doesnt itch all it stings. Try using some cream that has zinc oxide in it like desitin. Zinc oxide is great for rashes. I think ya need to go to the doc tho so you can get their openion.
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Painful intercourse, painful urination, blisters, redness, swelling in the affected area, and yes, those symptoms you are describing.  If you know you have it, just ask your doc for some Valtrex and it will go away, for the time being.  It likes to pop up  when you get stressed.  You can never really tell when an outbreak will occur, but the first is always the worst.  After that, they aren't so bad.
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You can get infected by herpes twice but from reading you, it seems you're just having a mild outbreak. This is very common to have itching and burning when herpes reaches your skin cells (blisters or not).\n\nPrimary infection doesn't necessarily cause severe symptoms. Often people get herpes outbreaks months or years after primary infection. That was the case for me.\n\nOne hypothesis is that as many people were exposed to HSV-1 or oral herpes before getting genital herpes, the immune system had a chance to build a defense mechanism against genital herpes before first infection, this defense mechanism allowing herpes to cause only mild or no symptoms.\n\nIt is true that genital herpes can be confused with a yeast infection. If your symptoms don't react to yeast medications, it may indicate that you're having a mild herpes outbreak and not a yeast infection. \n\nHowever, it could be something else. I got eczema once and thought it was herpes.\n\nYou can find more information on genital herpes symptoms and other diseases often confused with herpes by visiting the source link below.
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1. oral herpes Picture\n\n2. impetigo picture.\n\nhere are the sites for the picture, have a look at them.
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no. it is not. herpes vesicles are painful and irritating. and it the process of disease they become ulcer like in center. there are lots of reasons for blisters and vesicles to appear in the mouth cavity and not all are related to sex or sexually transmitted diseasees. it can be due to some other infectious diseas , can be allergic reaction to some drugs or chemical you may be using, can be as a result of some irritants. i advise u to go and visit your doctor coz it is something which should be seen to be diagnosed.\n\nregarding the difference between the herpes of oral cavity and genitals, yes there is a difference. there are two types of herpes simplex virus , type 1, and type 2. \ntype1 is the oral one, and is usually is acquired in childhood.\ntype 2 is the genital one which is transmitted by sexual contact usually.although due to different sexual behaviors can also appear in oral cavity, the signs and symptoms of both types are almost similar including pain and irritability,decreased appetite due to pain in oral cavity and ..... and diagnosis is by culture of virus.\ni hope it gives you enough information.im a medical student.
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As in other mucocutaneous herpetic infections, herpetic whitlow is initiated by viral inoculation of the host through exposure to infected body fluids via a break in the skin, most commonly a torn cuticle. The virus then invades the cells of the dermis and subcutaneous tissue, and clinical infection ensues within a matter of days. \n\nIn children, HSV-1 is the most likely causative agent. Infection involving the finger usually is due to autoinoculation from primary oropharyngeal lesions as a result of finger-sucking or thumb-sucking behavior in patients with herpes labialis or herpetic gingivostomatitis. \n\nSimilarly, in health care workers, infection with HSV-1 is more common and usually is secondary to unprotected exposure to infected oropharyngeal secretions of patients. This easily can be prevented by use of gloves and by scrupulous observation of universal fluid precautions. \n\nIn the general adult population, herpetic whitlow is most often due to autoinoculation from genital herpes; therefore, it is most frequently secondary to infection with HSV-2. \n\nSubsequent to the initial exposure, an incubation period of 2-20 days is common. Although a prodrome of fever and malaise may be observed, most often initial symptoms are pain and burning or tingling of the infected digit. This usually is followed by erythema, edema, and the development of 1- to 3-mm grouped vesicles on an erythematous base over the next 7-10 days. These vesicles may ulcerate or rupture and usually contain clear fluid, although the fluid may appear cloudy or bloody. Lymphangitis and epitrochlear and axillary lymphadenopathy are not uncommon. After 10-14 days, symptoms usually improve significantly and lesions crust over and heal. \n\nViral shedding is believed to resolve at this point. Complete resolution occurs over subsequent 5-7 days. \n\nAs is typical of other herpetic infections, herpetic whitlow is characterized by a primary infection, which may be followed by a latent period with subsequent recurrences. After the initial infection, the virus enters cutaneous nerve endings and migrates to the peripheral ganglia and Schwann cells where it lies dormant. The primary infection usually is the most symptomatic. Recurrences observed in 20-50% of cases are usually milder and shorter in duration.\n\nHerpes generally sets up shop in one place. Once it's there, it recurs in that place but doesn't spread elsewhere, because antibodies in the bloodstream keep it from getting a toehold. (Otherwise, everyone with a cold sore would spread herpes all over the body every time they washed their face.)\n\nYou can get whitlow from touching someone's mouth who is shedding herpes (e.g. dentists, hygienists.) But most of the time, people with herpes anywhere have no real idea where it originally came from.\n\nIf recurrences are frequent or painful you should look into taking an oral antiviral pill wither all the time or as soon as an outbreak starts. Of course, you'll want to be absolutley sure (by culture of a fresh outbreak) that what you had was really herpes and not, say, bacteria.\n\nIt is advisable that, because the infection can orginate from the HSV-1, that it can be transmitted to the sexual organ(s) through touch with the open sores on the infected appendage.\n\n-Good Luck
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How common is herpes? \nAbout 50 percent to 80 percent of the adult population in the United States has oral herpes (commonly called cold sores or fever blisters), with as many as 90% having the virus by age 50. \nMost people contract oral herpes when they are children by receiving a kiss from a friend or relative. \nAbout one in four persons in the United States has genital herpes; however, as many as 90 percent are unaware that they have the virus. There are many reasons people do not know they have herpes (see below). \nAnyone who is sexually active can contract genital herpes. \nHow is it transmitted?\n\nAny person who is sexually active can get genital herpes. \nHerpes is transmitted through direct skin-to-skin contact. This occurs when a contagious area comes into contact with a tiny break in the skin or mucous membrane tissue, primarily the mouth and genitals. \nMost skin on the body is too thick for the virus to go through. \nIf a person with oral herpes (sometimes called cold sores or fever blisters) performs oral sex, it is possible for the partner to get genital herpes. \nIf a person with genital herpes has sex, it is possible for his or her partner to get genital herpes. \nGenital herpes can be transmitted sexually both when symptoms are present and sometimes when symptoms are not present. \nThere are several days throughout the year (called asymptomatic reactivation, asymptomatic shedding, or subclinical shedding) when the virus may be present on the surface of the skin, but there are no symptoms. Herpes can be passed through sexual contact during this time. \nThere are no documented cases of a person getting genital herpes from an inanimate object such as a toilet seat, bathtub, or towel. Herpes is a very fragile virus and does not live long on surfaces. \nTesting\nThere are different tests available for herpes. One test, a viral culture, can be done if you are experiencing symptoms. Blood tests are available for people who may not have had symptoms or if the signs have already healed. Not all tests are accurate, however, and many health care providers are unclear on which tests to perform. To find out more about getting an accurate diagnosis, visit our section on Testing. \nReduce your risk\nAny sexually active person may contract genital herpes. Aside from abstaining from sex or mutual monogamy with one uninfected partner, there are many options a couple may consider to reduce the risk of transmission.\n\nSince one in four persons is though to have herpes and the majority of people don't know, if a partner has ever been sexually active, it is possible that she or he could unknowingly have the virus too. Accurate blood tests:hyperlink are available to determine whether a person has antibodies for HSV. Knowing a partner's status can help a couple make a joint decision about whether they need to take steps to reduce the risk of transmitting HSV.\n\nIf one or both partners have herpes, it is important to become educated about herpes, to understand the basics of herpes prevention, and to make decisions together about which precautions are right for you.\n\nIf someone has signs or symptoms around the genital or anal region (genital herpes), he or she should not have sexual activity until all signs have healed.\n\nWhen there are no symptoms present, there is still the possibility of asymptomatic reactivation:hyperlink . Using latex condoms between outbreaks for genital-to-genital contact can reduce the risk of transmission. While condoms don't always cover the potential sites of viral shedding, they offer useful protection against the virus by protecting or covering the mucous membranes that are the most likely sites of transmission. Furthermore, keep in mind that condoms also help reduce the risk of acquiring another STD.\n\nOne antiviral medication for herpes, valacyclovir (Valtrex®), has been shown to reduce the risk of herpes transmission. When a person with a history of recurrent genital herpes takes
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Don't freak out. It could possibly be a folliculitis (which is a hair bump) or bacterial vaginosis. The best advice I could give you is to pay the doctor a visit. Since you have never been with a person who has a herpes infection, I wouldn't be too worried about it.\n\nBut also know, that if a person has a cold sore, it is a herpes virus. If they perform oral sex on you with an active cold sore, you can develop a herpese infection in your genital area. A person who has genital herpes but isn't currently having an outbreak can still transmit the disease. The only reason why I am telling you these things is because I never knew until someone told me. \n\ntry not to worry too much and take care of yourself
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You don't have "herpes" in the STD sort of sense...\n\nThere are many types of herpes--Simplex 1,  Simplex 2, chicken pox, and shingles.  It is a virus that always stays with you...it is not a bacteria.\n\nOral Herpes--which most humans have--is simplex 1.  The cold sore or fever blister comes out during stress or colds--i.e. fever blister or cold sore.  The virus becomes active during stress or colds because your resistance is down at that time.\n\nGenital Herpes--Simplex 2--causes sores on the genitals.\n\nChicken Pox-Most people get this at some point in their life.\nShingles--causes pain in an area around nerves--older people tend to get this.\n\nI don't know of any other way to get a fever blister other than having simplex 1 or 2.  However, the virus that causes oral herpes is very common, almost everyone has it and in many people it does not show up very often.  In some people it shows up as a canker sore on the inside of the mouth...so people don't ever see it just feel that they ate too many crunchy chips or something.\n\nJust don't pick at it or touch your genitals after touching your mouth--oral herpes in rare instances can be transferred to the genital area.
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Your boyfriend could have gotten herpes before he was with you.  It can lie dormant in the body for years before symptoms appear, or you can get symptoms right away if your immune system is weak.  I just depends on the person.  It's probably not good to play the blame game, because he'll never know how or where he got it.  And it is possible that you gave it to him, unless you've never been with anyone before.  Like I said, you'll never know who got what and when, so it's just better to accept it and move on from there.  Hope this is helpful to you.
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Been there, done that. Yes it can be very dreadful. I know how you feel. \n\nI got genital herpes about 5 years ago. I have dated a few guys since then, and I have told EVERY one of them before I became sexually active with them. I can tell you I have never had a bad experience or reaction to telling any of them though. Although, that's not true for some people. When I know the relationship is getting serious I'll sit them down and explain it to them. The best thing I have found to do is to get as much good information about the virus as you can. This way when they ask you questions like, can I get it? How do I get it? Is is deadly? Is it treatable? etc, you will have the right information and you will be able to explain it to them. Also, provide them with some good websites, that way when it's convenient for them, they can go online and read about it themselves. \n\nI am currently engaged to a great guy right now. I told him when we were first dating that I had the virus and I sat him down and explained it all to him. He was concerned of course, but after some serious talks he understood it better. He accepted that he would probably get it from me someday. After a few months, he did end up getting the virus. But we are still together and plan on marrying soon. \n\nDon't let this affect you dating life! There are plenty of guys out there that would completely understand the situation. Even one of the guys I have dated also had the virus! So don't feel like you are the only one, a lot of people have it.\n\nYou can email me if you like. Good luck to you!
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First does your boyfriend know that you have genital herpes? Just because he wore a condom doesn't mean that he didn't catch herpes Whether you have symptoms or not, you can still transmit the infection. If you are sexually active, condoms can help reduce, but do not eliminate, the risk of spreading HSV.\n\nGenital herpes (also called HSV infection) is a viral infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). It is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that may cause skin blisters and sores in the genital area, but often causes no visible symptoms. It is possible to get genital herpes through sexual contact with an infected person even if he or she has no symptoms. \n\nI hope this helps...Be careful sweety
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You can get:\n- herpes simplex 1&2 (oral herpes/cold sores)\n- mouth clap\n- beard crabs
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Herpes can be misdiagnosed if an outbreak isnt showing. It can be iin "hybernation" where you dont have outbreaks but can still pass on to others. Herpes is different for everyone. Some people can go their whole life with no outbreaks or knowledge that they have it. Most OBGYN's will tell you that its recomended to get checked out WHILE there are concerned outbreaks showing so that they can properly diagnose the infection. Having un protected sex with or without an outbreak is NOT safe and NOT reccomended. Its still possible to pass it on to others. And not fair to others.\n\nthis is a great site and you can find out everything you want to know just by reading. hope this helps\n\nhttp://www.webmd.com/content/article/52/49874.htm
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Yes...a "Cold Sore" is a form of Herpes Simplex 1. The "Mildest" form of the Herpes Simplex Family. \nPoke around the below site & GOOD LUCK TO YA! \n\nWhat are cold sores?\nCold sores, sometimes called fever blisters, are clusters of small blisters on the lip and outer edge of the mouth. The skin around the blisters is often red and inflamed. The blisters can break open, weep a clear fluid, and then scab over after a few days. Complete healing may take 7 to 10 days.\n\nSee an illustration of cold sores.\n\nWhat causes cold sores?\nCold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). There are two types of herpes simplex virus (HSV). HSV-1 usually leads to lip and mouth sores (herpes labialis), while HSV-2 most often leads to genital herpes. However, both virus types can cause cold sores or genital herpes if skin comes into contact with either type.