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![<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/li><\/ul>Herpes Simplex*<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\u00a0*Disclaimer: Individual results may vary from patient to patient based upon the circumstances and the patient\u2019s specific situation, as well as the time taken to see final results.<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”]Herpes Simplex<\/h2>[vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]HERPES SIMPLEX<\/strong>\u00a0is a common viral infection and if you\u2019ve ever had a cold sore, you picked up the herpes simplex virus. Most cold sores are caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), which is why HSV-1 is also called \u201coral herpes\u201d. A different but closely related herpes simplex virus, HSV-2, causes most cases of genital herpes.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row top_margin=”page_margin_top”][vc_column][vc_separator el_position=”first last”][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″]Oral Herpes: Signs & Symptoms<\/h1>[vc_column_text el_position=”last”]Many people who get the virus that causes oral herpes never have any signs or symptoms. If an outbreak occurs, it can cause:<\/p>\n\nSkin to tingle, itch, sting, or burn<\/li>\nFluid-filled blisters usually on the lips, around the mouth, near the nose, or elsewhere on the face<\/li>\nFlu-like symptoms: Fever, muscle aches, swollen lymph glands<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″]Genital Herpes: Signs & Symptoms<\/h1>[vc_column_text el_position=”last”]<\/p>\nMost people infected with the virus that causes genital herpes never get sores and may never know that they have the virus. If signs and symptoms occur, these can include:<\/p>\n\nMinor rash or itching<\/li>\nPainful sores, usually on buttocks, penis, or vagina<\/li>\nFlu-like symptoms: Fever, aching muscles, swollen glands<\/li>\nBurning sensation while urinating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_separator el_position=”first last”][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row top_margin=”page_margin_top”][vc_column width=”1\/2″]How Do People Get Herpes?<\/h2>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\nThe herpes viruses are extremely contagious and easily spread. Most people get the virus that causes oral herpes, HSV-1, during infancy or childhood. A kiss, cheek pinching, or other skin-to-skin contact from a person who carries the HSV-1 virus often is all that is needed to pass the HSV-1 virus to a child. The infected child may or may not develop herpes sores.<\/p>\nA person who has an active herpes sore also can spread the HSV-1 virus by sharing objects such as eating utensils, lip balm, or even a razor.<\/p>\nGenital herpes generally spreads through sexual contact. Most people become infected during sexual intercourse. If a sexual partner has a cold sore fever blister and perform oral sex, this can spread the HSV-1 virus, causing herpes sores on the genitals.<\/p>\nInfected persons also can spread the virus to unaffected parts of their own bodies by touching a herpes sore and immediately touching unaffected skin.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]Can Herpes Be Prevented?<\/h2>[vc_column_text el_position=”last”]<\/p>\nWhile a vaccine does not exist, an infected person can take precautions to prevent spreading the virus. If tingling, burning, itching or tenderness develops in an area of your body where you have had a herpes sore, keep that area away from others. When sores is present on the face, avoid kissing and sharing items such as utensils, towels and lip balms.<\/p>\nIf you have genital herpes, avoid sexual contact with uninfected partners when you have sores or symptoms. At other times condom can reduce the risk of spreading the virus. It is important to know that while a condom can help, it is possible to spread the virus if it lies on nearby skin that a condom does not cover.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″]What Treatment is Available?<\/h2>[vc_column_text]Cold sores and other sores on the face generally clear without treatment. An anti-viral cream or ointment may relieve the symptoms. Many anti-viral medications approved for the treatment of herpes can shorten an outbreak of oral or genital herpes. Taken daily, these medications can reduce the severity and frequency of outbreaks as well as help prevent infected people from spreading the virus. These medications do not cure herpes.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]Is there a Cure for Herpes?<\/h2>[vc_column_text el_position=”last”]<\/p>\nNo, but there are medications that can reduce the frequency and severity of herpes outbreaks. Researchers continue to look for ways to improve treatment and eliminate outbreaks.<\/p>\nIf you have herpes infection and suspect that you may, a dermatologist can provide you with an accurate diagnosis and treatment.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row top_margin=”page_margin_top_section” el_position=”last”][vc_column][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[vc_row top_margin=”page_margin_top” el_position=”first”][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text] \u00a0*Disclaimer: Individual results may vary from patient to patient based upon the circumstances and the patient\u2019s specific situation, as well as the time taken to see final results. [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]HERPES SIMPLEX\u00a0is a common viral infection and if you\u2019ve ever had a cold sore, you picked up the herpes<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":89,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"tags":[],"amp_validity":null,"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2915"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2915"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2915\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11922,"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2915\/revisions\/11922"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2915"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2915"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}](\"http:\/\/www.alrustom-laser.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/herpes2.jpg\"){kind=link}
\u00a0*Disclaimer: Individual results may vary from patient to patient based upon the circumstances and the patient\u2019s specific situation, as well as the time taken to see final results.<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”]
Herpes Simplex<\/h2>[vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]HERPES SIMPLEX<\/strong>\u00a0is a common viral infection and if you\u2019ve ever had a cold sore, you picked up the herpes simplex virus. Most cold sores are caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), which is why HSV-1 is also called \u201coral herpes\u201d. A different but closely related herpes simplex virus, HSV-2, causes most cases of genital herpes.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row top_margin=”page_margin_top”][vc_column][vc_separator el_position=”first last”][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″]Oral Herpes: Signs & Symptoms<\/h1>[vc_column_text el_position=”last”]Many people who get the virus that causes oral herpes never have any signs or symptoms. If an outbreak occurs, it can cause:<\/p>\n\n- Skin to tingle, itch, sting, or burn<\/li>\n
- Fluid-filled blisters usually on the lips, around the mouth, near the nose, or elsewhere on the face<\/li>\n
- Flu-like symptoms: Fever, muscle aches, swollen lymph glands<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Genital Herpes: Signs & Symptoms<\/h1>[vc_column_text el_position=”last”]<\/p>\n
Most people infected with the virus that causes genital herpes never get sores and may never know that they have the virus. If signs and symptoms occur, these can include:<\/p>\n
\n- Minor rash or itching<\/li>\n
- Painful sores, usually on buttocks, penis, or vagina<\/li>\n
- Flu-like symptoms: Fever, aching muscles, swollen glands<\/li>\n
- Burning sensation while urinating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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How Do People Get Herpes?<\/h2>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n
The herpes viruses are extremely contagious and easily spread. Most people get the virus that causes oral herpes, HSV-1, during infancy or childhood. A kiss, cheek pinching, or other skin-to-skin contact from a person who carries the HSV-1 virus often is all that is needed to pass the HSV-1 virus to a child. The infected child may or may not develop herpes sores.<\/p>\n
A person who has an active herpes sore also can spread the HSV-1 virus by sharing objects such as eating utensils, lip balm, or even a razor.<\/p>\n
Genital herpes generally spreads through sexual contact. Most people become infected during sexual intercourse. If a sexual partner has a cold sore fever blister and perform oral sex, this can spread the HSV-1 virus, causing herpes sores on the genitals.<\/p>\n
Infected persons also can spread the virus to unaffected parts of their own bodies by touching a herpes sore and immediately touching unaffected skin.<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]
Can Herpes Be Prevented?<\/h2>[vc_column_text el_position=”last”]<\/p>\n
While a vaccine does not exist, an infected person can take precautions to prevent spreading the virus. If tingling, burning, itching or tenderness develops in an area of your body where you have had a herpes sore, keep that area away from others. When sores is present on the face, avoid kissing and sharing items such as utensils, towels and lip balms.<\/p>\n
If you have genital herpes, avoid sexual contact with uninfected partners when you have sores or symptoms. At other times condom can reduce the risk of spreading the virus. It is important to know that while a condom can help, it is possible to spread the virus if it lies on nearby skin that a condom does not cover.<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″]
What Treatment is Available?<\/h2>[vc_column_text]Cold sores and other sores on the face generally clear without treatment. An anti-viral cream or ointment may relieve the symptoms. Many anti-viral medications approved for the treatment of herpes can shorten an outbreak of oral or genital herpes. Taken daily, these medications can reduce the severity and frequency of outbreaks as well as help prevent infected people from spreading the virus. These medications do not cure herpes.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]Is there a Cure for Herpes?<\/h2>[vc_column_text el_position=”last”]<\/p>\n
No, but there are medications that can reduce the frequency and severity of herpes outbreaks. Researchers continue to look for ways to improve treatment and eliminate outbreaks.<\/p>\n
If you have herpes infection and suspect that you may, a dermatologist can provide you with an accurate diagnosis and treatment.<\/p>\n
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[vc_row top_margin=”page_margin_top” el_position=”first”][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text] \u00a0*Disclaimer: Individual results may vary from patient to patient based upon the circumstances and the patient\u2019s specific situation, as well as the time taken to see final results. [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]HERPES SIMPLEX\u00a0is a common viral infection and if you\u2019ve ever had a cold sore, you picked up the herpes<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":89,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"tags":[],"amp_validity":null,"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2915"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2915"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2915\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11922,"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2915\/revisions\/11922"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2915"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2915"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
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Herpes Simplex<\/h2>[vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]HERPES SIMPLEX<\/strong>\u00a0is a common viral infection and if you\u2019ve ever had a cold sore, you picked up the herpes simplex virus. Most cold sores are caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), which is why HSV-1 is also called \u201coral herpes\u201d. A different but closely related herpes simplex virus, HSV-2, causes most cases of genital herpes.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row top_margin=”page_margin_top”][vc_column][vc_separator el_position=”first last”][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″]Oral Herpes: Signs & Symptoms<\/h1>[vc_column_text el_position=”last”]Many people who get the virus that causes oral herpes never have any signs or symptoms. If an outbreak occurs, it can cause:<\/p>\n\n- Skin to tingle, itch, sting, or burn<\/li>\n
- Fluid-filled blisters usually on the lips, around the mouth, near the nose, or elsewhere on the face<\/li>\n
- Flu-like symptoms: Fever, muscle aches, swollen lymph glands<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Genital Herpes: Signs & Symptoms<\/h1>[vc_column_text el_position=”last”]<\/p>\n
Most people infected with the virus that causes genital herpes never get sores and may never know that they have the virus. If signs and symptoms occur, these can include:<\/p>\n
\n- Minor rash or itching<\/li>\n
- Painful sores, usually on buttocks, penis, or vagina<\/li>\n
- Flu-like symptoms: Fever, aching muscles, swollen glands<\/li>\n
- Burning sensation while urinating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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How Do People Get Herpes?<\/h2>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n
The herpes viruses are extremely contagious and easily spread. Most people get the virus that causes oral herpes, HSV-1, during infancy or childhood. A kiss, cheek pinching, or other skin-to-skin contact from a person who carries the HSV-1 virus often is all that is needed to pass the HSV-1 virus to a child. The infected child may or may not develop herpes sores.<\/p>\n
A person who has an active herpes sore also can spread the HSV-1 virus by sharing objects such as eating utensils, lip balm, or even a razor.<\/p>\n
Genital herpes generally spreads through sexual contact. Most people become infected during sexual intercourse. If a sexual partner has a cold sore fever blister and perform oral sex, this can spread the HSV-1 virus, causing herpes sores on the genitals.<\/p>\n
Infected persons also can spread the virus to unaffected parts of their own bodies by touching a herpes sore and immediately touching unaffected skin.<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]
Can Herpes Be Prevented?<\/h2>[vc_column_text el_position=”last”]<\/p>\n
While a vaccine does not exist, an infected person can take precautions to prevent spreading the virus. If tingling, burning, itching or tenderness develops in an area of your body where you have had a herpes sore, keep that area away from others. When sores is present on the face, avoid kissing and sharing items such as utensils, towels and lip balms.<\/p>\n
If you have genital herpes, avoid sexual contact with uninfected partners when you have sores or symptoms. At other times condom can reduce the risk of spreading the virus. It is important to know that while a condom can help, it is possible to spread the virus if it lies on nearby skin that a condom does not cover.<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″]
What Treatment is Available?<\/h2>[vc_column_text]Cold sores and other sores on the face generally clear without treatment. An anti-viral cream or ointment may relieve the symptoms. Many anti-viral medications approved for the treatment of herpes can shorten an outbreak of oral or genital herpes. Taken daily, these medications can reduce the severity and frequency of outbreaks as well as help prevent infected people from spreading the virus. These medications do not cure herpes.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]Is there a Cure for Herpes?<\/h2>[vc_column_text el_position=”last”]<\/p>\n
No, but there are medications that can reduce the frequency and severity of herpes outbreaks. Researchers continue to look for ways to improve treatment and eliminate outbreaks.<\/p>\n
If you have herpes infection and suspect that you may, a dermatologist can provide you with an accurate diagnosis and treatment.<\/p>\n
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[vc_row top_margin=”page_margin_top” el_position=”first”][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text] \u00a0*Disclaimer: Individual results may vary from patient to patient based upon the circumstances and the patient\u2019s specific situation, as well as the time taken to see final results. [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text el_position=”first last”]HERPES SIMPLEX\u00a0is a common viral infection and if you\u2019ve ever had a cold sore, you picked up the herpes<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":89,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"tags":[],"amp_validity":null,"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2915"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2915"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2915\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11922,"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2915\/revisions\/11922"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2915"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/eccne.com\/alrustom\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2915"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
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- Skin to tingle, itch, sting, or burn<\/li>\n
- Fluid-filled blisters usually on the lips, around the mouth, near the nose, or elsewhere on the face<\/li>\n
- Flu-like symptoms: Fever, muscle aches, swollen lymph glands<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Genital Herpes: Signs & Symptoms<\/h1>[vc_column_text el_position=”last”]<\/p>\n
Most people infected with the virus that causes genital herpes never get sores and may never know that they have the virus. If signs and symptoms occur, these can include:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Minor rash or itching<\/li>\n
- Painful sores, usually on buttocks, penis, or vagina<\/li>\n
- Flu-like symptoms: Fever, aching muscles, swollen glands<\/li>\n
- Burning sensation while urinating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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How Do People Get Herpes?<\/h2>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n
The herpes viruses are extremely contagious and easily spread. Most people get the virus that causes oral herpes, HSV-1, during infancy or childhood. A kiss, cheek pinching, or other skin-to-skin contact from a person who carries the HSV-1 virus often is all that is needed to pass the HSV-1 virus to a child. The infected child may or may not develop herpes sores.<\/p>\n
A person who has an active herpes sore also can spread the HSV-1 virus by sharing objects such as eating utensils, lip balm, or even a razor.<\/p>\n
Genital herpes generally spreads through sexual contact. Most people become infected during sexual intercourse. If a sexual partner has a cold sore fever blister and perform oral sex, this can spread the HSV-1 virus, causing herpes sores on the genitals.<\/p>\n
Infected persons also can spread the virus to unaffected parts of their own bodies by touching a herpes sore and immediately touching unaffected skin.<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]
Can Herpes Be Prevented?<\/h2>[vc_column_text el_position=”last”]<\/p>\n
While a vaccine does not exist, an infected person can take precautions to prevent spreading the virus. If tingling, burning, itching or tenderness develops in an area of your body where you have had a herpes sore, keep that area away from others. When sores is present on the face, avoid kissing and sharing items such as utensils, towels and lip balms.<\/p>\n
If you have genital herpes, avoid sexual contact with uninfected partners when you have sores or symptoms. At other times condom can reduce the risk of spreading the virus. It is important to know that while a condom can help, it is possible to spread the virus if it lies on nearby skin that a condom does not cover.<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″]
What Treatment is Available?<\/h2>[vc_column_text]Cold sores and other sores on the face generally clear without treatment. An anti-viral cream or ointment may relieve the symptoms. Many anti-viral medications approved for the treatment of herpes can shorten an outbreak of oral or genital herpes. Taken daily, these medications can reduce the severity and frequency of outbreaks as well as help prevent infected people from spreading the virus. These medications do not cure herpes.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space]
Is there a Cure for Herpes?<\/h2>[vc_column_text el_position=”last”]<\/p>\n
No, but there are medications that can reduce the frequency and severity of herpes outbreaks. Researchers continue to look for ways to improve treatment and eliminate outbreaks.<\/p>\n
If you have herpes infection and suspect that you may, a dermatologist can provide you with an accurate diagnosis and treatment.<\/p>\n
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