usually resulting in herpes zoster (also known as shingles), which is characterized by pain and rash restricted to 1–3 dermatomes. The NIH Shingles Prevention Study estimates that herpes zoster ...

Dr. Anju Goel, MD, MPH, is a public health consultant and physician with more than 10 years of experience in the California public health system. Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is a common—and one ...

Genital herpes, usually caused by herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2), is the most common cause of genital ulceration. The primary episode of genital herpes is generally the most painful.

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Some experts suggest adding a white vinegar solution to the cool compress to help soothe the pain from herpes blisters. However, vinegar is very acidic and could burn your skin if not diluted properly ...

Shingles (zoster) is a reactivation of the same virus that has been dormant in your body. It can sometimes happen decades later along one part of the body (called a dermatome), such as an arm or ...