Herpes Viruses (Types, Symptoms, Epidemiology) - Patient
May 18, 2022 · Herpes simplex meningitis: this is uncommon and usually self-limiting; typically, HSV-2 in women during a primary attack - see the separate Meningitis article. Genital herpes : usually HSV-2, although either virus can appear in the mouth or the genitals if there has been cross-transmission through orogenital sex.
Oral Herpes Simplex (HSV-1) - Patient
May 18, 2022 · After primary infection, HSV-1 becomes latent, usually in the dorsal root ganglia of the trigeminal nerve. Rarely, herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) may cause primary infection of the oral cavity, typically in association with orogenital sex; however, recurrent oral HSV-2 disease is rare. Oral herpes simplex epidemiology 1
Herpes Simplex (Eye Infection): Symptoms and Treatment - Patient
Feb 21, 2023 · Herpes simplex virus. There are two types of herpes simplex virus. Type 1 is the usual cause of cold sores around the mouth and of herpes simplex infection in the eye. Type 2 is the usual cause of genital herpes. It rarely causes cold sores or eye infections. This leaflet is about herpes simplex eye infections. How does herpes simplex virus ...
How to cope with genital herpes | Living with herpes - Patient
Apr 25, 2018 · Genital herpes is caused by the herpes simplex virus (type 1 or 2). Herpes simplex type 1 (HSV-1) is the primary cause of oral/facial cold sores but can also be transmitted to the genitals; while HSV-2 is less likely to affect the facial area and more commonly affects the genitals. When active, the virus causes blisters that eventually heal.
Cold Sores (Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment) - Patient
May 18, 2022 · Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Most cold sores are caused by the type 1 strain (HSV-1). The type 2 HSV strain (HSV-2) usually causes genital herpes but very occasionally can cause cold sores around the mouth. See the separate leaflet called Genital Herpes for more details. A first cold sore often occurs in childhood ...
Primary Cold Sore Infection (Symptoms and Treatment) - Patient
May 18, 2022 · Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). The first time you are infected with this virus is called the primary infection. The mouth is the area commonly affected. This is because normal skin is resistant to the virus but the moist inner skin of the mouth is not. The first (primary) infection is often in childhood.
Aciclovir cream - Patient
Nov 5, 2024 · Aciclovir is an antiviral agent. It works by attacking the herpes simplex virus, of which there are two types: Type 1 herpes simplex virus is the usual cause of cold sores around the mouth. It also causes up to half of the cases of genital herpes. Type 2 herpes simplex virus usually only causes genital herpes. It can sometimes cause cold sores.
Aciclovir eye ointment. Herpes eye infection medicine. - Patient
Jun 21, 2024 · Aciclovir eye ointment is used to treat eye infections caused by the herpes simplex virus. It works by interfering with the growth of the virus and this stops the infection. Aciclovir is more commonly used in a cream to treat cold sores (canker sores) around the lips and mouth. For more information on this read the leaflet for Aciclovir cream.
Valaciclovir for viral infections - Valtrex. Side effects; dosage - Patient
Dec 18, 2022 · Valaciclovir is known as a pro-drug. Once inside your body it is broken down into an active ingredient called aciclovir. It is used to treat infections caused by two common viruses - herpes zoster and herpes simplex. The herpes zoster virus is the cause of shingles. Herpes simplex viruses cause cold sores, and genital herpes. You will have been ...
When are cold sores contagious? | Cold Sore Myths and Facts
Apr 25, 2024 · Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) is the main cause of oral and facial cold sores. HSV-2, which tends to affect the genitals, can also affect the mouth and face if it is transmitted there. The cold sore virus is most often passed on through kissing - or oral sex - when a blister is present.