The Truth About HSV-1 and HSV-2

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Cold sores AKA herpes or HSV-1 is quite common and it spreads partly because people are unaware about the truth of this virus. People tend to believe that Cold sores or HSV-1 is more acceptable or not as bad as genital herpes or HSV-2, but the truth is both are just as bad and HSV-1 can actually be more dangerous. People with HSV-1 or HSV-2 can shed the virus even when they do not have an outbreak. Carriers of the virus should act more responsibly and take anti-viral medication or supplements that will reduce shedding and the chances of infecting their partner. Read the full article here that has a lot more information and details - http://www.herpes.com/hsv1-2.html.