| How is it passed on? |
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Unprotected sex and oral sex (some types of cold sores can cause genital herpes).
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| Symptoms |
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Blisters or sores around the penis and vagina.
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| What are the long term effects? |
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Herpes cannot be cured. Although you can treat the sores they are likely to come back again, particularly if you are stressed or run down.
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| Can you get rid of it? |
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Creams and lotions can be used to treat the sores.
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