| Type | |
| Genus | |
| Species | HSV-1 (Genital herpes) • HSV-2 (Oral herpes) |
| Treatment | |
| Prevalence | Common |
| Prevention | Safe sex, education, and reduced stigma |
| Transmission | |
| Also known as | Herpes simplex viruses |
| Common symptoms | Genital lesions • Oral lesions • Sore throats |
| Cure or vaccine | None |
