January 5th, 2012 
Health Guardz Genital herpes is known to be a highly infectious condition that can be spread through sexual contacts, including intercourse, oral sex, or kissing. Herpes simplex virus (HSV) type-I and -II is responsible for the outbreak of herpes flares. The type-II version is primarily responsible for genital herpes whereas the type-I variant mostly causes cold sores or oral herpes.
One of the main problems in dealing with herpes is that the virus that causes it can stay inactive inside the body for an indefinite period of time. Many people who have the virus do not even know they can transmit it to their partners. Here you’ll get some frequently asked questions about genital herpes answered.
Is there an age group most likely to suffer from the infection?
Figures show that herpes is quite common in people aged 12 years and above. Also, about 25% of adults in the country have the condition. Incidence of cold sores is found among 80% of American adults. So the condition is more likely to be prevalent in adolescents and adults.
Can herpes go unnoticed?
This situation is very real for you, but you don’t need to press the panic button as yet. The herpes virus can remain asymptomatic inside the body for days, months, sometimes for years. Even when you don’t experience any symptoms, you can still transmit the infection to your partner through sexual contact. The most reliable way to know if you have herpes is to go for a type-specific blood test. You can get yourself tested when you feel an outbreak coming. If tested positive, you can talk with your GP for antiviral herpes treatments such as Valtrex and Famvir.
Are women more vulnerable to the infection compared to men?
According to medical literature, the risk of female genital herpes is 4 times higher compared to men. The female genital region is more exposed to bodily fluids and hormonal fluctuation during periods makes them increasingly vulnerable to the infection.
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