FAQ
Can herpes cause sterility?
Herpes cannot make you sterile however, STD’s (sexually transmitted diseases) such as Chlamydia can cause sterility if left untreated.
Can stress trigger an outbreak of herpes?
Yes, an increase in physical and emotional stress can trigger an outbreak of Herpes (oral and genital herpes) as stress compromises the.
I don’t have any symptoms of herpes, therefore I don’t have herpes.
50% to 80 of people who have herpes don’t even realize they carry the virus and infect others unknowingly due to having very few or mild symptoms. Herpes can be mistaken for razor rash, pimples, zipper burn and/or insect bites.
What is the difference between Cold Sores and Impetigo?
Impetigo and cold sores can look very similar with blisters that crust over as they heal. These symptoms are located around the mouth making it hard to tell the difference between the two. Impetigo is a skin infection that is… Continue Reading
Does Herpes cause cancer of the cervix?
No, herpes does not cause cervical cancer. Researchers at the International Agency for Research on Cancer in France have however found that women infected with both HPV (Human Papilloma Viruses) and HSV-2 (Genital Herpes) are two to three times more… Continue Reading
Is there a cure for Herpes?
Herpes is caused by a virus which hides itself in your body. As a result, there is NO cure for Herpes.
I have Herpes, what is the risk of contracting another sexually transmitted infection?
Studies have suggested that being infected with genital herpes may increase your chances of contracting other STDs (sexually transmitted diseases) while open sores are present.
Can I breastfeed if I have a herpes outbreak?
It is safe to breastfeed when you have a herpes outbreak as long as you do not have any lesions present on your breasts; make sure to cover all the exposed lesions, and wash your hands thoroughly.
Is there any connection between herpes and HIV?
Herpes cannot cause HIV however people who have Genital Herpes are twice as likely to develop HIV as those who do not have the virus.
Can a herpes virus migrate to other areas of the body?
Yes herpes can migrate to other areas in the body. Oral Herpes (HSV-1) usually establishes itself in the ganglion (nerve cells) situated near the ear and Genital Herpes (HSV-2) establishes itself in the ganglion situated at the base of your… Continue Reading
Can you get herpes from using a hot tub or swimming pool with someone who has herpes?
No, you cannot get by herpes from sharing a hot tub with someone who has herpes, however the infection can be transmitted by sexual contact whilst in a hot tub. Keep in mind, the herpes virus is very fragile and… Continue Reading