A tingling sensation, a blister that forms, and now a pain sets in. These signs, often trivialized, could hide an important message from your body. What if this alert revealed a latent virus, ready to show up as soon as the body shows weakness? Let’s see together what labial herpes is and how to manage it effectively.
What is labial herpes and why does it appear?
Imagine an unwanted guest who stays hidden and comes back as soon as the opportunity arises. Herpes simplex, a very common virus, works exactly like this. There are two main forms:
HSV-1: Responsible for labial herpes, it is easily transmitted by simple contact (kiss, shared utensils).
HSV-2: Associated with genital herpes, but less common around the mouth.
Once in the body, this virus may remain dormant for months or even years, until the immune system shows signs of weakness. But what causes him to wake up suddenly?
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