How does one contract Herpes (HSV-1- HSV-2)?

Herpes is spread by direct skin to skin contact such as kissing and sexual intercourse.
Genital herpes (HSV-2) can be transmitted through direct contact with an infected blister or cold sore usually through sexual intercourse. It can also be transmitted when there are no signs or symptoms present.

Oral Herpes or cold sores (HSV-1) are usually spread to the genital area by oral sex (mouth to genital contact).

Is there any connection between herpes and HIV?

Does Herpes cause cancer of the cervix?

I don’t have any symptoms of herpes, therefore I don’t have herpes.

Can stress trigger an outbreak of herpes?

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Could I be unaware that I have Herpes?

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