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Why is herpes simplex type 1 an STD?

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Because HSV-1 can be transmitted sexually; oral to genital (and genital to oral).

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Where can Herpes simplex 1 virus be found?

In the heart


What virus family does herpes belong to?

Herpesviruses are a virus family that include a number of different herpes viruses such as herpes simplex virus 1 and 2 (HSV-1, HSV-2) also known as Human Herpes Virus 1 and 2 (HHV-1, HHV-2)


How may deaths have occurred due to herpes simplex virus?

The Herpes simplex virus is not a fatal disease. The Herpes Simplex 1, or fever blister, can be transferred from one person to another by a simple kiss. The Simplex 2 virus, or genital herpes, can be transmitted by unprotected sexual contact with someone who has the virus when it is in its contageous form. The virus lives in the nerve endings and creates a blister on the skin that can be irritating but not fatal. See the related link for more information. A man calls 911 and the ambulance arrives. The medic asks the man on the street whats the matter. He replies 'Its my wife. She's upstairs dying from the herpes'. The medic responds 'Sir. You don't die from the herpes'. The man replies back 'You do when you gives it to me'.


Can you test negative for herpes and have the virus?

First, there are STDs for which there's no reliable test:There is no commerically available test to tell someone they don't have HPV. HPV can be diagnosed if a person has genital warts, or may be found during a cervical HPV test or biopsy, but there's no way to say that someone doesn't have HPV. The overwhelming majority of people who have sex have had HPV at some point in their lives.It is difficult to say that someone has or doesn't have genital herpes if they don't have symptoms. A blood test can tell you if you have antibodies to type 1 or type 2 herpes, but can't tell you if the infection is genital or found elsewhere.In addition, there are a few circumstances that might lead to a negative STD test when the STD is present.You can get tested too soon and you may not be able to tell what you have yet it would be too early to know.Tests are almost never 100% accurate. You shouldn't necessarily start doubting the tests but you should be tested regularly.


Is std a really bad disease?

Most are- for some you need to treat for life like Herpes and some there are no cure (AIDS). There are only 1 or 2 that are easily cured-Gohnorrea, crabs, syphylus can be cured but ca be almost fatal by the time symptoms show

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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.


Are cold sores cause by bacteria or virus?

Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus. No doubt you've heard of "herpes" before, but don't jump ahead of yourself. There are actually two types of herpes simplex virus, "type 1" and "type 2." Type 1 herpes simplex virus. Herpes simplex virus type 1 ("HSV1") generally only infects those body tissues that lie "above the waistline" and it is HSV1 that causes cold sores in the majority of cases. Type 2 herpes simplex virus. Herpes simplex virus type 2 ("HSV2") usually only infects those body tissues that lie "below the waistline" and it is this virus that is also known as "genital herpes." Herpes simplex virus type 2 is not usually the virus that causes cold sores, although it can.


Do people who have cold sores have herpes?

Yes it is a herpes infection but normally a different type. Cold sores are normally caused by Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 (HSV1) while genital herpes are caused by Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2.


What country has the most cases of herpes simplex type 1?

The usa


What type of herpes simplex virus is most commonly diagnosed in oral pathology?

Herpes simplex virus type 1 is more commonly diagnosed in oral herpes, but both type 1 and type 2 can infect the mouth, genitals, or other body parts. Type 1 is less likely to recur than type 2.


Can herpes simplex 1 only live in your urethra?

Herpes simplex 1 can live on any part of your skin.


Fever blisters and cold sores are known as what type of herpes?

Fever blisters & cold sores are oral herpes, caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1.


Is herpes simplex type 1 contagious?

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


Is herpes simplex 1 an std?

Sometimes. HSV type 1 can be spread by sex, or by casual skin-to-skin contact. It can infect any part of the body, including the mouth, nose, eyes, genitals, and buttocks.Genital herpes is sexually transmitted, and can be caused by HSV type 1 or Type 2. Having HSV1 on the mouth isn't considered to be an std. It's rarely passed to the mouth from having intercourse or oral sex. It's often passed during child hood by being innocently kissed by some one that has it.Yes, herpes is an STD that is primarily transmitted through the oral and genital area.HSV-1 is not a STD.


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.


What is the organism responsible for herpes?

herpes simples, herpes labialis, or herpes gigngivitis.Herpes is a type of virus which cause disease in humans like encephalitis by herps zooster virus, genital herpes by HerpesviridaeThe condition commonly known as "herpes," referring to sores on the mouth or genitals, is caused by the Herpes simplex virus, or HSV. The are other forms of the virus, such as Herpes zoster, that cause lesions on other parts of the body.Virus is herpes simplex virus type 2 for genital herpes and type 1 for oral herpes.Shingles, which is a form of herpes is caused by chicken pox virus.STD


Where can Herpes simplex 1 virus be found?

In the heart