{"id":5903,"date":"2022-09-05T09:39:35","date_gmt":"2022-09-05T08:39:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hosting146607eu-cp5041.wordpresstemporal.com\/IGBdental\/herpes-labialis-symptoms-and-how-to-deal-with-them\/"},"modified":"2022-09-05T09:43:21","modified_gmt":"2022-09-05T08:43:21","slug":"herpes-labialis-symptoms-and-how-to-deal-with-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/igbdental.com\/en\/herpes-labialis-symptoms-and-how-to-deal-with-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Herpes labialis: symptoms and how to deal with them"},"content":{"rendered":"

Just hearing this word changes the look on your face. Herpes labialis<\/strong> is very annoying. It is also painful in some cases, especially for people who suffer from it frequently. However, we also want to reassure you that it is not a serious infection. In this article, we will explain the symptoms and how to combat it.<\/p>\n

What is herpes labialis?<\/strong><\/p>\n

First of all, let’s briefly explain what it is.<\/p>\n

Herpes labialis<\/strong> is a viral infection<\/strong> that appears, as its name suggests, on the lips<\/strong>. It is caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1)<\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n

It is easily identified because it manifests itself in the form of small, rather unpleasant-looking blisters<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Is herpes labialis contagious?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Yes. It is contagious<\/strong>, so you must follow the specialist’s recommendations to prevent it from affecting the people around you. It is most commonly spread<\/strong> through direct contact<\/strong>, mainly by kissing<\/strong><\/a> or saliva<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Another common cause<\/strong> of infection<\/strong> is sharing personal hygiene<\/strong> or cosmetic items<\/strong>, such as toothbrushes, lipstick <\/strong>or razors<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

How does herpes labialis develop?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The following stages of infection can be identified:<\/p>\n