HSV Insights

HSV establishes latent infections in nerve cells, leading to recurrent episodes characterized by prodromal symptoms and shorter durations compared to primary infections. While HSV-1 typically causes oral herpes and HSV-2 genital herpes, the landscape is shifting as HSV-1 increasingly leads to genital infections due to oral-genital contact. Understanding the differences in viral shedding over time is crucial for managing these infections effectively.