Herpes infection is caused due to the virus called herpes simplex (HSV). This virus affects the various parts of the body such as skin, mucosal surfaces, external genitalia, and anal region. It is a long term condition and some people may not have symptoms even though they are carrying the virus.
Some of the symptoms include:
There are two types of herpes simplex virus that can cause herpes infections.
Regardless of age, anyone can be infected with herpes infection. The risk of developing an infection is based on exposure. Some of the risk factors of HSV infection are:
Well trained and qualified Venereologists can treat herpes infection. Venerlogists mainly deals with the treatment of sexually transmitted diseases in which herpes infection is one among them. Based on the type of herpes virus, the treatment will be planned.
Generally herpes virus can be diagnosed through the physical examination. The doctor will check for the sores and other symptoms. Then, he/she may suggest a herpes culture test in which a sample of fluid from the sore can be sent to a laboratory for testing. This will confirm the diagnosis of herpes simplex virus.
There are a few of the safety measures to prevent transmitting HSV infection from one person to another person. For an outbreak of HSV 1 following steps should be taken:
People with infected HSV 2 should avoid any type of sexual activity during an outbreak. Pregnant infected women may have to take the necessary medications to prevent infecting the virus to unborn babies.