6. Flu-Like Symptoms
What herpes, you can develop symptoms that mimic the flu. You may have chills, a fever, a persistent cough, a sore throat, a stuffy nose, or a runny nose. For some people, herpes causes them to have diarrhea or vomiting. During a herpes outbreak, the immune system is battling the infection. It can take some time before the immune system can complete its task. This is why herpes can leave people feeling exhausted.
7. Backaches
The herpes type II virus can impact your sacral and lumbar nerve roots. This can cause problems with the nerves and the nerve endings. It is not uncommon for people with a herpes viral infection to experience unexplained back pain and pain in their buttocks and thighs. This is especially true if the focal point of the infection is around the genitals. Backaches caused by herpes outbreaks are uncomfortable and can be extremely painful.