he herpes (ekisipi) family of viruses includes more than 70 known members. The most common viruses that human beings encounter include herpes simplex 1 and 2.

Others are Epstein-Barr virus, varicella zoster and cytomegalovirus e.t.c. The causes of herpes are sexual contact.

Other causes are immune system suppression, nutritional deficiencies. The SYMPTOMS OF HERPES include burning, tingling sensation on reddened skin, accompanied by one or more clusters of small fluid-filled vertices.

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