Herpes

HSV-1 Oral infection

HSV-2- Genital sores

Mainly asymptomatic

Blistering sores/ulcers around the mouth

Transmitted through oral-to-oral contact

Transmitted through oral-to-genital contact

Lifelong and incurable

Ulcers and blistering sores around the genital region including anal area

Fever, body aches, swollen lymph nodes

May experience sensations of mild tingling or shooting pain in the legs, hips, and buttocks before the appearance of genital ulcers