Definition: A sexually transmitted
disease caused by type 2 herpes virus. Genital herpes usually
presents with painful blisters; other symptoms can include fever,
headaches, and muscle aches. First-time outbreaks usually appear
about 6 days after exposure. Although treatment is available to make
recurrent outbreaks less severe, there is no cure.
Also Known As: HSV, herpes simplex
virus, genital blisters, vaginal sores
Common Misspellings: herpees, hirpies,
hurpes
