Lentigo is a common type of skin spot that has a dark color and a defined edge. It can be found on any part of your body and is most often caused by sun damage or exposure to radiation. There are ...

Herpes is a common infection caused by herpes simplex viruses. It can cause painful blisters that come and go, usually around the mouth and genitals. Many people who are infected don’t know it. It’s ...

Herpes simplex can cause both genital and oral herpes. Some people may experience sores during outbreaks while others may not have any symptoms. Herpes typically spreads through direct contact with ...

There are two types of herpes simplex virus, type 1 and type 2 (HSV-1 and HSV-2), both belong to the Herpesviridae family, Alphaherpesvirinae subfamily. Herpes simplex virus type 2 is a common human ...