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Can genitalia herpes also cause blisters on the mouth
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As an STD assistant, I'm happy to provide some friendly information about herpes and oral-genital transmission. Genital herpes, which is typically caused by the herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2), can potentially cause oral herpes through oral-genital contact during an outbreak. Similarly, oral herpes caused by HSV-1 can be transmitted to the genital area through oral sex.

While genital herpes most commonly causes blisters or sores in the genital and anal areas, the virus can sometimes cause fever blisters or cold sores around the mouth if it's transmitted through oral-genital contact. However, it's important to note that not everyone with genital herpes will develop oral symptoms.

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