How is herpes simplex transmitted

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Herpes simplex is mainly caused by herpes simplex virus infection, will form clusters of small blisters on the skin, if the treatment is not thorough, it will occur repeatedly. Let's see how herpes simplex is transmitted.

How is herpes simplex transmitted

First of all, the disease is caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV), which mostly invades the skin mucosa junction. The skin rash is limited to local clustered vesicles. The long-term latent and repeated occurrence of the virus are its clinical features.

Secondly, human is the only natural host of HSV, and 70% - 90% of adults have been infected with HSV - Ⅰ. The virus invades the body through the oral cavity, respiratory tract, genitalia and the damaged skin, and is latent in the normal mucous membrane, blood, saliva, nerve tissue and most organs of the human body.

Finally: when some inducing factors such as fever, cold, sun exposure, emotional excitement, gastrointestinal dysfunction, drug allergy, excessive fatigue, mechanical stimulation, menstruation, pregnancy and so on all promote the occurrence of the disease, it can be disseminated through blood or nerve pathway.

matters needing attention

Newborns and those with low immune function, scald and eczema should avoid contact with HSV infection as far as possible. For women suffering from genital herpes, it is best to take cesarean section to avoid infection of the fetus.