Does Herpes Compromise Your Immune System?
Does Herpes Compromise Your Immune System?
Can having herpes weaken your immune system? Learn how HSV interacts with immune function and what this means for your long-term health. Read More →
Herpes Testing
Different Strains of Herpes: What You Should Know
Different Strains of Herpes: What You Should Know
There are multiple herpes viruses. Learn about HSV-1, HSV-2, and other herpes family viruses — how they differ, what they cause, and which ones require testing. Read More →
Herpes Encephalitis: What It Is and Who Is at Risk
Herpes Encephalitis: What It Is and Who Is at Risk
Herpes encephalitis is a rare but serious complication of HSV infection. Learn what it is, who is at risk, how it’s diagnosed, and how it’s treated. Read More →
Can Herpes Kill You?
Can Herpes Kill You?
For most healthy adults, herpes isn’t life-threatening. But there are serious cases. Learn when herpes poses real risk and why early diagnosis matters. Read More →
Can You Get Herpes from Sharing a Drink?
Can You Get Herpes from Sharing a Drink?
Is sharing a drink a real herpes transmission risk? Learn how HSV spreads, what activities actually pose risk, and when testing makes sense. Read More →
Can You Get Herpes from a Toilet Seat?
Can You Get Herpes from a Toilet Seat?
Can the herpes virus spread through toilet seats or shared surfaces? Learn what the research says and what actually poses a transmission risk. Read More →