&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #333333;&quot;&gt;Herpes simplex virus (HSV), commonly called herpes, is a widespread virus that causes painful blisters or ulcers. While treatable, it is not curable.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h2&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;There are two primary types of HSV:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #333333;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;HSV-1:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt; Typically causes oral herpes, resulting in cold sores (also known as fever blisters) around the mouth. It can also cause genital herpes, although less common.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #333333;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;HSV-2:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; Mainly responsible for genital herpes, causing sores in the genital and anal areas.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #333333;&quot;&gt;HSV-1 and HSV-2 are highly contagious and spread through contact with infected skin, mucous membranes, or bodily fluids. Once in the body, the virus stays for life, potentially causing recurrent outbreaks.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What are the Symptoms of Herpes&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #333333;&quot;&gt;Many people with HSV are asymptomatic or experience mild symptoms, making them unaware of their infection. Those with symptoms often report painful sores or blisters, with initial outbreaks typically more severe than recurrences. Symptoms usually begin with tingling, itching, or burning near the affected area.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What is a Herpes Flare-up?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #333333;&quot;&gt;A herpes flare-up, or outbreak, is when the virus becomes active again after being dormant. This results in the reappearance of symptoms like sores or blisters. Flare-ups can be triggered by stress, illness, fatigue, hormonal changes, or a weakened immune system. Some people experience frequent recurrences, while others may have long periods without symptoms.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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