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Herpes HSV-1 (HSV-1)

Detection Window

14 days after exposure

Retest Interval

Every 365 days

Transmission

Transmitted through oral or skin contact. Commonly oral but can be genital.

Testing

IgG blood test. Most people acquire HSV-1 in childhood.

Treatment

No cure. Antivirals reduce frequency and severity of outbreaks.

Source: CDC • Updated: N/A