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Genital Herpes
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The herpes virus is transmitted through breaks in the skin and through moist membranes of the penis, vagina, urinary opening, cervix or anus as well as the tongue, mouth, eyes, gums, lips, fingers and other parts of the body during oral, vaginal or anal sex. It is also possible for a person to infect themselves if they touch a sore and then rub or scratch another part of their body.
Once inside the body, the herpes virus infects healthy cells. The sores, blisters and swelling are a result of the body's efforts to fight the virus. The herpes virus can survive for a few hours outside the body but it is unlikely to be contracted from contact with toilet seats, hot tubs or other objects.
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