10 Symptoms of Herpes

2. Cold Sores on the Mouth

If a person has cold sores on their mouth, it is likely because they have the herpes type I virus (HSV –1). It is common for people to have this infirmity. Once a person develops cold sores, they tend to contract cold sores again. While primarily found around the lips, the herpes virus can also produce blisters in your throat and mouth. The cold sores begin as tiny red patches. They develop into a blister or blister clusters. Eventually, the blisters burst, leaving a raw weeping area. The blisters eventually heal on their own and leave a scab. There are over-the-counter medications that can minimize discomfort and repair the skin.

3. Blisters on the Genitals

When people develop blisters on their genitals, they have the herpes type II virus. The process begins similarly to how the herpes type I virus produces cold sores in the mouth. There is irritation, redness, and the eventual development of blisters. The intensity of the situation is a lot higher because of the sensitivity of the genital areas. Within 12 to 24 hours after the skin becomes red, itchy, painful, and cracked, visible blisters will appear. The blisters burst, becoming ulcers, and then scab over and heal. The herpes type II virus is contagious whether a person is experiencing an outbreak or there are no visible symptoms.

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