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STIs Explained: Genital Herpes

May 03, 2007 - They say love is free, but having unprotected sex in this day and you might be paying the price forever. Did I get your attention? Well I am talking about some serious business since as I learned in high school - Genital Herpes is FOREVER. - 13 Comments

STIs Explained: Chlamydia

Apr 27, 2007 - Since Spring has arrived and romance is in the air, I thought I'd take the time to talk about Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). Not your favorite topic, I know, but definitely worth knowing about. STI stands for "sexually transmitted infection." - 8 Comments

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Illustrations Female reproductive anatomy HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted viral infection affecting the skin of the genitals. Alternative Names Herpes - genital; Herpes simplex - genital; Herpesvirus 2; HSV-2 Causes, incidence, and risk factors Herpes is caused by two viruses:

Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1)
Herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2)

HSV-1, the virus responsible for common cold sores, can be transmitted through fluids from the mouth. It is responsible for some cases of genital herpes cases. - 0 Comments

Herpes simplex

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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Herpes Diagnosis In 2006, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released updated guidelines for diagnosis and management of sexually transmitted diseases.

For diagnosis of genital herpes, the CDC recommends the use of both skin and blood tests.
Blood (or type-specific serologic) tests must be able to detect antibodies to glycoprotein G (gG). - 0 Comments
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Herpes simplex virus

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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections are very common worldwide. HSV-1 (usually known as a cold sore) is transmitted through kissing or sharing drinking utensils, and HSV-2 (usually known as genital herpes) through sexual contact. You may be infected and not show symptoms for a long time. - 1 Comment

Shingles and chickenpox (Varicella-zoster virus)

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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights New Chickenpox Immunization Schedule In 2007, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) updated the immunization schedule for the chickenpox vaccine. The CDC now recommends that children receive two doses of the vaccine. - 1 Comment

Herpes labialis

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Illustrations Herpes simplex - close-up HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Herpes labialis is an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. It leads to the development of small and usually painful blisters on the skin of the lips, mouth, gums, or lip area. These blisters are commonly called cold sores or fever blisters. - 0 Comments

Birth-acquired herpes

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Illustrations Congenital herpes HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Birth-acquired herpes is a herpes virus infection that an infant gets (acquires) at the time of birth. Alternative Names HSV; Congenital herpes; Herpes - congenital Causes, incidence, and risk factors Newborn infants can become infected with herpes virus:

In the uterus (intrauterine herpes -- this is very rare)
Passing through the birth canal (birth-acquired herpes, the most common method of infection)
Right after birth (postpartum)

If the mother has an active genital herpes infection at the time of delivery, the infant is more likely to become infected during the birthing process. It is possible for a mother with a first-time (primary) herpes infection to pass the virus to her child during birth. - 0 Comments

Herpes simplex

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Illustrations Herpetic whitlow on the thumb Herpes simplex - close-up HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Herpes simplex is an infection that mainly affects the mouth or genital area. Causes, incidence, and risk factors There are two different strains of herpes simplex viruses:

Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) is usually associated with infections of the lips, mouth, and face. It is the most common herpes simplex virus and most people develop it in childhood. - 0 Comments
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Viral encephalitis

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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights West Nile Virus In 2007, 3,510 cases of West Nile virus were reported to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control. States with the highest number of reported cases included Colorado, California, and North Dakota. - 0 Comments

Genital Herpes

STIs Explained: Genital Herpes

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Genital herpes

Herpes simplex

Herpes simplex virus

Shingles and chickenpox (Varicella-zoster virus)

Herpes labialis

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Herpes simplex

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