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Can you have an infection without experiencing any symptoms?
Yes, it is possible to have an infection without experiencing any symptoms. This is known as an asymptomatic infection, where the person is infected with a pathogen but does not show any signs or symptoms of illness.
What types of herpes can you get from a blood tranfusion?
Herpes simplex virus (HSV) and cytomegalovirus (CMV) are two types of herpes viruses that can be transmitted through blood transfusions. HSV can cause cold sores and genital herpes, while CMV can cause symptoms similar to mono. It is important for blood donors to be screened to minimize the risk of transmitting these viruses through blood transfusions.
Why there is no cure to herpes of lips?
There is no cure for herpes of the lips because the virus that causes it, herpes simplex virus (HSV), remains in the body after the initial infection. The virus can become dormant and reactivate, resulting in recurring outbreaks. While antiviral medications can help manage symptoms and reduce the frequency of outbreaks, they cannot completely eliminate the virus from the body.
Can you be immune to herpes simplex 1?
Yes, it is possible to develop immunity to herpes simplex 1 through the body's immune response, but the virus can still remain in the body and reactivate periodically.
Why do I have White blisters on tongue and flu like symptoms?
With the white blisters and flu like symptoms, it's common for that to be the herpes simplex virus. However, never diagnose yourself on the internet as it could be something else; see a doctor.
If you don't have all the symptoms of herpes is it possible that you can still have it?
You always have herpes, there is no cure. It may lie dorminant in your system, but you still have it. Breakouts can occur @ any time.
If herpes is not present can you still get it from kissing?
If one person does not have herpes, it is highly unlikely for them to contract it by kissing someone with herpes. However, there is still a small risk of transmission if there are active herpes lesions or sores present on the person with herpes. It is always advisable to practice safe kissing and maintain good oral hygiene.
Describe the state of a herpes virus in a person who had cold sores several years ago but who does not have them now?
The state of a herpes virus in a person who had cold sores several years ago but who does not experience any symptoms in the present is called remission. The herpes virus never actually goes away so even if someone is not showing any symptoms they are still a carrier of the virus.
Can herpes cause abdominal pain?
Yes.if you have herpes, you should be under the care of a doctor do you can prevent further infections from open sores.usually a doctor will tell you any possible symptoms you might experience and if not there is always the internet or you asking the doctor about it.can or does genital herpes cause abdominal pain
How can a 3 yr old get genital herpes?
How do people get Genital Herpes?Herpes can only live outside of the human body for a short period of time; it can survive outside of an infected body for several minutes. It may be long enough to be passed from the contaminated hands of an infected person, to a person who does not yet have the infection. However, although it is possible to pass herpes in this way, it isunlikely for someone to catch herpes this way.Herpes can be spread even when the infected has no visible sores. It can be spread because the person is shedding the virus cells, or their sores are so tiny that they cannot be seen or felt.It is possible for an infected mother to pass this infection on to her child, during the birthing process.Herpes can be spread through a blood transfusion.Herpes can be spread by touching contaminated blood, when you have an open wound.Herpes can be spread by touching a sore, a lesion, or wound of an infected person.Herpes can be transmitted by transplant of an infected organ, to an uninfected organrecipient.Herpes can be spread by contaminated and dirty needles.But the most common way to spread herpes is by sexual intercourse, and herpes can be spread, even by those without symptoms of the infection.Oral sex allows spreading of the 'oral herpes' to the genitals.(It is not considered possible to catch herpes from hot tubs, toilet seats or towels, nor can it be spread by bathing with an infected person.)
How long can virus symptoms last?
herpes lasts forever
My Partner Says I Gave Him Herpes But We Was Only Kissing Now He's Saying That He's Lips Is Burning. Do He Really Got Herpes?
He needs to have a blood test to determine. If you were "only kissing", and you have herpes, then it is very possible that the virus was transfered to him. "Burning lips" does not constitute a diagnosis of herpes though. There are other symptoms associated with the virus such as blisters. Go to a doctor, get tested.
Will 10 days of Valtrex 1000mg. 2x daily clear up any symptoms of herpes?
it will clear up the symptoms but will not cure it. Valtrex just makes herpes more comfortable.
How is herpes transmitted from one person to another?
Herpes is spread by coming in contact with the herpes virus. The herpes virus can be spread even when a person isn't having an outbreak.
Is a pimple by the mouth a sign of herpes?
It is NOT likely a pimple by the mouth is herpes.
What is the percentage of people who show symptoms of herpes?
It is in the neighborhood of 30% overall.
Can an immunocompromised person die from herpes?
It is not likely you will die from a herpes infection.
