Herpes is a disease caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) and is usually transmitted sexually or by having sex with someone who is infected. This type of disease is remains in the cells forever and cannot be eliminated completely. Because of the nature of the virus, there have been many beliefs associated to the disease. Following are some of the myths regarding the virus.
You can get genital herpes from dirty toilets
The genital herpes virus usually dries out and can be easily broken down when exposed to air. Hence, the chances of the virus being spread through toilet seats are slim. In fact, there have been no known cases when toilet seats have facilitated the virus transfer.
Genital herpes can cause sterility
Herpes does not cause sterility. However, other sexually transmitted diseases can cause sterility, thus making it vital to regularly have yourself examined for possible diseases.
Although herpes does not bear the same weight as other STDs, they are serious in their own way and thus must be treated as early as possible. Keep in mind that herpes is transferred through direct contact. Hence, the possibility of contacting the virus is lessened by using sex barriers such as condoms.
