low risk
Herpes simplex virus 1
HSV-1 (oral herpes)
When to seek urgent care: Seek care for eye involvement
Key facts
Family
Herpesviridae
Type
DNA virus
Severity
Mild
Incubation
2-12 days
Vaccine
None
Est. cases tracked
2,440
Symptoms
Cold soresTinglingBlisters around mouth
Transmission
ContactSaliva
Prevention
Avoid contact during outbreaks
Treatment
Antivirals (aciclovir)
Related viruses (same family)
Varicella-zoster virusCytomegalovirusEpstein-Barr virusHerpes simplex virus 2Human Herpesvirus 6Human Herpesvirus 7
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