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Herpes is caused by a virus called herpes simplex virus (HSV). It's not caused by bacteria.

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What does it mean when your goldfish has red scales?

It means your goldfish has a type of disease called herpes, and no, not the type you're thinking of. This is a type of herpes known only to goldfish. They get it when they have sex with a rock in their fish bowl. You should get your goldfish checked for herpes right away. You don't have to go to a vet though, just suck on it's fins and it should be fine. If it tastes like salt, then they're fine. But if it tastes like vinegar, your goldfish has herpes. Hope this information helped.


What is cat herpes?

My cat has herpes. It will not go away. Her eye flares up horribly and she has to take Lysine and eye drops. She was born that way. Cats can get a type of herpes that doesn't affect people. It's called FHV1 (feline herpes virus 1) and can cause cold-like symptoms and eye problems.


What does the rhinovirus cause in horses?

The rhinovirus in horses commonly causes respiratory infections such as the common cold. Symptoms can include nasal discharge, coughing, fever, and lethargy. In severe cases, it can lead to pneumonia.


What kingdom does herpes belong too?

Herpes is a virus, not a cellular organism, so it is not a member of any of the kingdoms in the biological classification system.


What is the genus for herpes?

The genus for herpes is Herpesvirus. This genus includes several species that cause infections in humans and animals, such as Herpes simplex virus (HSV), Varicella-zoster virus (VZV), and Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Herpesviruses are characterized by their ability to establish latent infections and can reactivate later in life.

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What kind of microbe causes oral herpes?

Oral herpes (cold sores) are caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV). They may be caused by HSV type 1 or type 2.


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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.


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Is herpes simplex type 1 contagious?

Yes. It is the virus that causes cold sores on the lips or mouth and genital herpes.


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Which herpes causes shingles?

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What causes blistered lips?

herpes virus or allergy to the sun The Herpes virus that causes lip blisters is not an STD, it is a virus called Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HPV1). The sexually-transmitted disease type of Herpes is HPV2. So don't worry, having those sores on your lip doesn't mean you have an STD.