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  Genital Herpes, NIAID Fact Sheet   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Genital herpes is an infection of the genitals, buttocks, or anal area caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV).
Most people get genital herpes by having sex with someone who is shedding the herpes virus either during an outbreak or during a period with no symptoms.
Genital herpes, like other genital diseases that cause sores, is important in the spread of HIV infection.
www.niaid.nih.gov /factsheets/stdherp.htm   (1561 words)

  
 Genital Herpes   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Genital herpes is caused by a virus of which there are two types; herpes simplex 1 and herpes simplex 2.
Herpes cultures require that the virus be grown and identified in the laboratory.
The suppressive approach to genital herpes involves the daily administration of one of the three antivirals, thereby effectively suppressing the virus' ability to reproduce and consequently establish an outbreak...this is a great thing for patients who suffer from multiple or severe episodes.
cliniquelactuel.com /home/page/std/genitalherpes   (3766 words)

  
 The Body: Genital Herpes
Genital herpes is a contagious viral infection that affects an estimated 23 percent of adult Americans.
Genital herpes infection usually is acquired by sexual contact with someone who has an outbreak of herpes sores in the genital area.
In genital herpes, after invading the skin or mucous membranes, the virus travels to the sensory nerves at the end of the spinal cord.
www.thebody.com /niaid/stds/herpes.html   (1983 words)

  
 Genital Herpes: The Facts
Genital herpes is surrounded by myths and misinformation that lead, all too often, to fear, anguish and self-persecution.
In the case of genital herpes, the virus retreats to the sacral ganglia, situated near the tail of the spinal cord.
Genital herpes infection occurs through exposure of the genitals to the virus from a partner with active herpes (this can be the result of either genital or oral contact).
www.ihmf.org /general/resources03.asp   (3931 words)

  
 Genital Herpes
The difference is that herpes simplex 1 is generally what causes the oral lesions, and the lip lesions, where herpes 2 -- HSV-2 -- is generally the one that causes genital lesions.
We see that herpes simplex 1 more likely infects the mouth, and when it does it has more frequent outbreaks than when it infects the genital area, and vice versa for herpes simplex 2, but there is a great overlap and each can infect the sites that they're theoretically not supposed to infect.
Herpes can certainly be spread if someone has an open lesion in their mouth or is asymptomatically shedding herpes in their mouth at that particular time.
www.coolnurse.com /genital_herpes2.htm   (1648 words)

  
 STD Facts - Genital Herpes
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the herpes simplex viruses type 1 (HSV-1) and type 2 (HSV-2).
The surest way to avoid transmission of sexually transmitted diseases, including genital herpes, is to abstain from sexual contact, or to be in a long-term mutually monogamous relationship with a partner who has been tested and is known to be uninfected.
Genital ulcer diseases can occur in both male and female genital areas that are covered or protected by a latex condom, as well as in areas that are not covered.
www.cdc.gov /std/Herpes/STDFact-Herpes.htm   (1129 words)

  
 Genital Herpes Treatment
Genital herpes outbreaks occur over an area of the genitals: an outbreak here, an outbreak over there, etc. This outbreak area is relatively small, but genital herpes does not just happen in one specific spot and that's it.
Once you begin to use herpEASE genital herpes treatment you'll notice that outbreak areas you treat won't have more outbreaks, or the outbreaks will be vastly reduced in severity and discomfort; but the next time you have an outbreak, a month or two down the road, a different area will break out with herpes.
While we don't believe genital herpes is anything to be ashamed of, we appreciate that people might want to keep their status and their treatment options private.
www.herpease.net   (1916 words)

  
 Genital herpes
Genital herpes is a chronic infection caused by two different but closely related viruses: herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2).
Moreover, in immunocompromised individuals, outbreaks of genital herpes may be unusually severe and last for an extended period of time.
Also, if a woman has her first episode of genital herpes while she is pregnant, the virus can be passed to her unborn child and she may deliver a premature baby.
www.antigenics.com /diseases/genitalherpes.html   (655 words)

  
 Genital herpes
Genital herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases in the world.
Clinical manifestations of genital herpes are various and depend mostly on the type of the virus, previous exposure to herpes simplex virus, immunologic condition and gender of the patient.
The initial genital herpes can be a true primary genital herpes, that is the first episode of the disease without an evidence of prior herpes simplex infection (negative history and serology).
www.mf.uni-lj.si /acta-apa/acta-apa-00-1/rogl.html   (2460 words)

  
 Genital Herpes
Genital herpes is a contagious viral infection that affects an estimated 30 million Americans.
In 1982, the first antiviral drug for genital herpes, acyclovir, was approved by the Food and Drug Administration for use as a topical ointment in persons suffering from an initial episode of infection.
Although the fact that genital herpes can be a chronic condition may at first sound frightening, it is reassuring to know that with proper counseling, treatment, and preventive measures, the disease can be coped with and managed effectively.
www.hivpositive.com /f-Oi/OppInfections/4-Viral/Herpes/GenHerp.htm   (1890 words)

  
 Genital Herpes
Genital herpes is an infection caused by a virus.
Genital herpes looks like small fluid-filled blisters in the genital (penis, vagina) or rectal areas.
Repeat episodes of genital herpes are usually less severe than the first episode.
healthlink.mcw.edu /article/923885565.html   (371 words)

  
 Information about genital herpes
It is and infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV).
People with genital herpes are at greater risk of getting HIV if they have unprotected sex with someone infected with HIV.
People with HIV who are also infected with genital herpes may have more frequent and severe outbreaks and their episodes may be more difficult to treat.
www.mamashealth.com /stds/gherpes.asp   (429 words)

  
 GENITAL HERPES   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
C.N. Herpes genitalis is a sexually transmitted viral infection characterized by recurrent clusters of vesicles and erosions at the genital areas.
Genital herpes is the commonest cause of genital ulcers in Social Hygiene Clinics.
Herpes simplex virus is a linear double-stranded DNA virus.
www.hkmj.org.hk /skin/genherpe.htm   (1166 words)

  
 Genital Herpes Information Page
Genital herpes is a contagious viral infection affecting primarily the genitals of men and women.
It is characterized by recurrent clusters of vesicles and lesions at the genital areas.
It is caused by the Herpes Simplex-2 virus (HSV-2), one of several strains of the Herpes Simplex Virus responsible for chickenpox, shingles, mononucleosis, and oral herpes (fever blisters or cold sores, HSV-1).
www.herpes.com /genitalinfo.shtml   (645 words)

  
 [Clinical Preventive Services] Screening for Genital Herpes Simplex   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
In pregnant women, the rate of genital herpes reported as a maternal risk factor on birth certificates is 8.0/1,000 live births.7 Pregnant women with genital HSV infection can transmit the virus to their newborns.
An estimated 35-80% of infants with neonatal herpes are born to women with no known history of genital herpes or physical signs of infection at delivery.10,12,13 Therefore, screening asymptomatic pregnant women has the potential of identifying unrecognized active HSV infections.
The risk of acquiring neonatal herpes infection from an asymptomatic pregnant woman with active viral shedding from reactivated disease is less than 5%, whereas from a woman with first- episode genital disease the risk is 33%.31 A negative culture, however, does not eliminate an infant's risk of infection.
cpmcnet.columbia.edu /texts/gcps/gcps0040.html   (2954 words)

  
 MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Herpes genital (genital Herpes simplex)
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted viral infection that is characterized by repeated eruptions of small, painful blisters on the genitals, around the rectum, or covering adjacent areas of skin.
Herpes is caused by two viruses -- herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), and herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2).
Herpes infection also poses a serious problem for the immunocompromised individual (patients with AIDS, undergoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy, or taking high doses of cortisone preparation).
www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/ency/article/000857.htm   (1918 words)

  
 Genital Herpes   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Patients should inform their partners that they have herpes and know that there is a small risk of transmission even when sores or other symptoms are not present.
Although genital herpes itself usually does not cause major physical problems, there can be complications if precautions are not taken.
Herpes keratitis (an eye infection) is a potentially serious disease that can be caused by the transfer of the virus from any herpes sore to the eyes via your fingers.
depts.washington.edu /hhpccweb/women/gential_herpes.html   (1318 words)

  
 Medical References: Genital Herpes
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease that can have a devastating impact on the health of newborn babies.
Herpes is caused by herpes simplex viruses, which are similar to the viruses that cause chickenpox and shingles.
Women who acquire genital herpes for the first time near the time of delivery have a 30 to 50 percent chance of passing the infection on to their babies during a vaginal delivery, whether or not they have symptoms.
www.marchofdimes.com /professionals/681_1201.asp   (1537 words)

  
 Genital Herpes
Genital herpes is caused by a virus, called Herpes Simplex Virus, or "HSV" for short.
Genital herpes is an extremely common infection, and some researchers estimate that one American out of every five has been infected with the virus that causes genital herpes!
Genital herpes is a common and troublesome condition that can result in a number of other problems, such as depression, low self-esteem, and relationship problems.
medicalreporter.health.org /tmr0297/herpes0297.html   (1310 words)

  
 genital warts & herpes treatment   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
You are not alone as many as 20 million Americans carry the herpes virus and 40 million have the genital wart virus.
Genital warts are caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV) are usually sexually transmitted and highly contagious.
The herpes virus may lie dormant for long periods of time until triggered by stress, illness, poor nutrition, excessive activity and even sunlight coupled with a weakened immune system, the virus travels around nerve pathways to the site of the outbreak.
www.wartcream.com   (925 words)

  
 Genital herpes
Genital herpes is a highly contagious sexually transmitted disease.
The initial symptom of genital herpes usually is pain or itching, beginning two to 10 days after exposure to an infected sexual partner.
Genital herpes may result in brain damage, blindness or death for the newborn.
www.cnn.com /HEALTH/library/DS/00179.html   (1110 words)

  
 (¯`·.¸Herpes Dating¸.·´¯) H-Date.com - genital herpes/HPV picture
Genit*l herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the herpes simplex viruses type 1 (HSV-1) and type 2 (HSV-2).
More than 30 of these viruses are sexually transmitted, and they can infect the genital area of men and women including the skin of the penis, vulva (area outside the vagina), or anus, and the linings of the vagina, cervix, or rectum.
Genital warts are single or multiple growths or bumps that appear in the genital area, and sometimes are cauliflower shaped.
www.herpes-date.com   (1261 words)

  
 Genital herpes
Genital herpes is a contagious disease caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV), which infects the skin and mucous membranes of the genitals and around the rectum.
There are two types of herpes simplex virus that both attack skin and mucous membranes in all areas of the body.
Genital herpes is primarily a sexually transmitted disease.
www.netdoctor.co.uk /diseases/facts/herpesgenitalis.htm   (891 words)

  
 Genital Herpes
Genital herpes is an infection of the sex organs caused by the herpes (HER-peez) simplex virus (HSV).
Although genital herpes is usually caused by the herpes simplex 2 virus (HSV-2), sometimes it is caused by the herpes simplex 1 virus (HSV-1), which produces cold sores in and around the mouth.
Herpes also can be passed on to the baby during birth and cause serious problems.
www.healthsquare.com /mc/fgmc0604.htm   (879 words)

  
 Herpes Information - About the Virus and VALTREX
Learning that you have herpes can be hard, but you don't have to suffer in silence.
There are some important things you should know about herpes and how it can affect your life.
To take charge of your condition, you have to understand how herpes acts in the body, how to recognize the symptoms, how to treat it, and how to manage it.
www.herpeshelp.com   (140 words)

  
 Genital Herpes   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the herpes simplex viruses (HSV) type 1 and type 2.
Herpes symptoms can come and go, but the virus stays in the nerve cells of your body even after all signs of the infection have gone away.
Doctors can diagnose genital herpes by looking at visible sores if the outbreak is typical, and by taking a sample from the sore for testing in a lab.
www.4woman.gov /faq/stdherpe.htm   (1757 words)

  
 Genital Herpes
Herpes is caused by a virus the herpes simplex virus (HSV) which belongs to the same family of viruses that cause chickenpox.
If he is sexual active and when he performs sex (oral or genital) with infected partners.
A person who has oral herpes transmits herpes to genital organs of a partner during oral sex and a person who has genital herpes transmits this to his partner during coitus when they have a genital contact.
www.ayurhelp.com /herpes.htm   (1006 words)

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