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"Yes, herpes simplex."
There are two types of the herpes simplex virus. Type 1 is commonly referred to as a cold sore. This type of herpes is common among the world's population ( 85% of the world's population are infected). I wouldn't say that it's nothing to worry about, but it's more common than the second type of herpes simplex; genital herpes
To learn more about symptoms of Herpes Simplex (type 1 and 2), visit the related link.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoCold sores on your mouth doesn't mean you have the STD herpes. It means you have a less aggressive form Herpes labials, which only affects the mouth region. It is actually a very common virus to most people and annually a symptomatic person will have 2-3 break outs.
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∙ 13y agoCold sores are caused by the herpes virus.
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∙ 9y agoyes. There are numerous herpes virus types and a doctor would need to determine the exact one a person would be infected with.
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∙ 12y agoYes, its a sign of herpes. Not saying they are herpes but its a sign...
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∙ 14y agoNo you don't have to have a cold sore to have herpes; you could be asymptomatic.
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∙ 14y agoYes, it does mean you have herpes simplex 1 or HSV-1. It shows up when you have a cold because your immune system is compromised.
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∙ 13y agoA cold sore is a herpes infection; it could be caused from several strains of the herpes virus. It does not necessarily mean you have genital herpes.
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Can a Cold sore leading to herpes simplex two?
A cold sore can't lead to herpes simplex two; they are a different virus.
Is a cold sore a form of herpes?
Yes it is
Is a cold sore a form of hepatitis?
The herpes virus causes cold sores to appear.
What is a cold sore in your eye called?
herpes ophthalmicus
Can you spread oral herpes if you don't have a cold sore?
Unfortunately, even if there are no visible sores there is still a small chance that you can get herpes. The odds are low but you should get checked out.
Is there a chance you might not have herpes even tho you have a cold sore?
Cold sores are caused by herpes virus. If you're not sure if what you see is a cold sore, you can see your health care provider to have it cultured.
How do people get cold cold sore?
Cold sores result from infection with the herpes virus.
How do you get cold sore with household products?
Cold sores are a herpes virus, and are triggered by excessive sun, caffeine, and hormonal stress on the body. Household products do not generally trigger a Herpes outbreak(cold sore)
What type of virus is a cold sore?
It's a type of herpes.
What is mouth herpes?
It is essentially a cold sore on the mouth area.
How do you know if someone has herpes type 1 or just a sore?
A cold sore is a herpes infection of the lip. Herpes simplex type I usually causes cold sores while type II usually causes genital herpes. Occasionally it can be the other way around.
Can you get STD when boyfriend lick your vagina?
Cold sores are a form of herpes. If he has a cold sore and his lips touch your vagina, then you can absolutely get genital herpes.
