Genital herpes: close-up of a woman's vulva showing the small sores caused by the herpes simplex II virus (HSV-II). The herpes viruses are amongst the most common human viral parasites. HSV-I infections are implicated in cold sores that affect the mouth. HSV-II is the cause of genital herpes. Both types are spread by direct contact & during sexual intercourse. The sores formed in the primary (initial) infection may be very painful & may be accompanied by systemic illness. Attacks in women tend to be more severe & debilitating. The sores gradually heal but the virus remains latent in adjacent nerves; subsequent attacks tend to be less severe | |
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Credit: | Science Photo Library / Marazzi, Dr. P. |
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