Site of initial infection:
- Lips
- Mouth
- Throat
- Genital Area
- Anus
- Rectum
- Buttocks
Symptoms: Often no noticeable symptoms. At times, blisters or sores are present on the mouth, lips, throat, genital area, anus, or buttocks.
Treatment: There is no cure for herpes, but medications can shorten and decrease or prevent outbreaks.