Herpes is s virus infection which is caused due to herpes simplex virus. There are mainly two types of this virus which includes herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV1) and herpes simplex virus 2(HSV2). HSV1 mainly results in oral herpes which affects the area near the lips and the mouth. It is also referred as cold sores or fever blisters. HSV2 is the main cause of the genital herpes which affects the area of penis, vagina, anus, inner thighs and buttocks. Herpes is mainly transmitted from one person to another through a sexual activity. The herpes symptom varies from person to person. Some people may not experience any symptom at all while other may have severe ones like painful sores. The symptoms usually develop within 2 to 20 days after the infection and may last for about 2 weeks. People who have partial immunity to the virus having facial herpes may experience less severe form of herpes.
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