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The Quest for a Herpes Cure: Progress and Expectations in 2022
Understanding Herpes: Types, Symptoms, and Prevalence Herpes is a common sexually transmitted infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). There are two types of herpes: herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). HSV-1 typically causes cold sores around the mouth, while HSV-2 is responsible for genital herpes. However, either type can infect the…
Read More » Can You Get Chlamydia Without Being Sexually Active?
Non-Sexual Transmission: How You Can Get Chlamydia Without Sexual Contact Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that is primarily spread through sexual contact, but it is possible to get chlamydia without being sexually active. This can occur through non-sexual transmission, which refers to the transfer of the bacteria that causes chlamydia from one person to another without any sexual…
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