Because no one has worked out how to kill the virus that causes it. And it is chronic because the virus is stored in nerve tissue in your body and can break out at any time to cause legions, then return and wait for another opportunity to break out.
Herpes simplex is commonly known as oral herpes.
Herpes simplex 1 can live on any part of your skin.
No.
A cold sore can't lead to herpes simplex two; they are a different virus.
Herpes simplex IgG is the long-term antibody to herpes simplex virus. It typically affects the skin and mucous membranes, not the lungs. It is not caused by chickenpox. It indicates prior infection.
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.
Yes you can.
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HSV stands for herpes simplex virus, the virus that causes genital herpes and cold sores.herpe simplex virus
The HIV virus contains two copies of single-stranded RNA.
An infection. Usually herpes simplex, (herpes 1) a virus. See herpes
Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus. No doubt you've heard of "herpes" before, but don't jump ahead of yourself. There are actually two types of herpes simplex virus, "type 1" and "type 2." Type 1 herpes simplex virus. Herpes simplex virus type 1 ("HSV1") generally only infects those body tissues that lie "above the waistline" and it is HSV1 that causes cold sores in the majority of cases. Type 2 herpes simplex virus. Herpes simplex virus type 2 ("HSV2") usually only infects those body tissues that lie "below the waistline" and it is this virus that is also known as "genital herpes." Herpes simplex virus type 2 is not usually the virus that causes cold sores, although it can.