UNDERSTANDING HERPES
Learn about the basics of herpes: symptoms, transmission, and differences between Herpes 1 and 2.
HSV1 vs HSV2: What is the Difference?
Written and reviewed by Slava Fuzayloff M.D.
Asymptomatic herpes shedding
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What Does Herpes Look Like?
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HERPES TRANSMISSION
Learn about Herpes Transmission.
Herpes transmission FAQs
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Can you get herpes from kissing?
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HERPES TESTING
Learn about different aspects of herpes testing: IgG vs. Swab vs. Washington University tests, timing, and accuracy.
IgG Herpes Test
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Herpes Swab Test
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Herpes Blood and Swab Test Accuracy
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Washington University Herpes test
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False positive herpes test
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HERPES COMPARISON
Learn how to differentiate herpes from other similar-looking conditions, such as Pimples, Canker sore, Balanitis, Vaginal Yeast infection, Syphilis, Chancroid, and LGV.
Herpes vs Balanitis
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Cold Sore vs Canker Sore
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Herpes vs Vaginal Yeast Infection
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Herpes vs Chancroid
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Herpes vs Syphilis
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Herpes vs LGV
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Herpes vs. HPV
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HERPES PHOTOS
Learn how a herpes lesion looks during different stages-as it transforms from a bump to a crusted sore-and how a herpes outbreak looks on the skin of various body parts.
HERPES PROTECTION
Learn about the different aspects of herpes treatment and how to protect your partner from getting it, as well as legal issues of passing it and myths.
Can I sue someone for giving me herpes?
Written and reviewed by Slava Fuzayloff M.D.
If I slept with someone with herpes, do I have it?
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My boyfriend gave me herpes, but he has no symptoms.
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