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Results 1 - 5 of 5 for Genital herpes
  1. Genital Herpes (National Library of Medicine)  
    Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a herpes simplex virus (HSV). It can cause ... for life. There are tests that can diagnose genital herpes. There is no cure. However, medicines can help ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/genitalherpes.html - Health Topics
  2. Herpes Simplex (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... causes cold sores around the mouth or face. Genital herpes affects the genitals, buttocks or anal area. Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). It affects ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/herpessimplex.html - Health Topics
  3. Cold Sores (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... causes oral herpes, or cold sores. Type 1 herpes virus infects more than half of the U.S. population by the time they reach their 20s. Type 2 usually affects the genital area. Some people have no symptoms from the ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/coldsores.html - Health Topics
  4. Sexually Transmitted Infections (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... more than 20 types of STIs, including: Chlamydia Genital herpes Gonorrhea HIV HPV Pubic lice Syphilis Trichomoniasis What causes sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? STIs can be caused by bacteria, ... genital area Painful or frequent urination (peeing) Itching and ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/sexuallytransmittedinfections.html - Health Topics
  5. Teen Sexual Health (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... more than 20 types of STIs, including: Chlamydia Genital herpes Gonorrhea HIV HPV (human papillomavirus) Pubic lice Syphilis ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/teensexualhealth.html - Health Topics