Does everyone have herpes virus in their body?
70-90% of adults have this virus. The virus that causes chicken pox, the varicella-zoster herpes virus, also hides out in your nervous system. As a child the virus spreads to your skin and you have the itchy-red spotted rash.
How many herpes outbreaks are normal?
The average number of outbreaks for a person with genital HSV-2 is four to five per year. The average for genital HSV-1 is less than one outbreak per year. Usually, there are more outbreaks during the first year, and many people find that outbreaks become less severe and less frequent with time.
Is herpes a good virus?
The herpes family of viruses can have a surprising upside–it can protect against the bubonic plague and other bacterial contagions, at least in mice.
Should I worry about getting herpes?
Herpes isn’t deadly and it usually doesn’t cause any serious health problems. While herpes outbreaks can be annoying and painful, the first flare-up is usually the worst. For many people, outbreaks happen less over time and may eventually stop completely.
Can I get herpes twice?
You can not get infected with the same virus again but you may experience recurrent outbreaks. If you have caught genital herpes, you can still catch the virus which causes oral herpes and vice versa.
Can herpes be cured?
Can herpes be cured? There is no cure for herpes. However, there are medicines that can prevent or shorten outbreaks. One of these anti-herpes medicines can be taken daily, and makes it less likely that you will pass the infection on to your sex partner(s).
Can I kiss my child if I have HSV 1?
If someone in your household has herpes simplex, you can protect your child by making sure they are not exposed. Keep in mind that the virus may be in saliva even when there are no cold sores. Tell your child not to kiss, share cups or utensils, or share washcloths or towels with the person.