herpes

Meanings

• noun

  A viral infection that causes sores, blisters, or ulcers, typically on the lips, genitals, or other areas where mucous membranes are present.

  - "She was diagnosed with herpes after her boyfriend kissed her without telling her that he had an outbreak."
  - "The herpes virus can be spread through direct contact with infected fluid from a blister or sore."

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Synonyms

herpes simplex

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with herpes
perse , verse , hearse , nausea , applause

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Variants

List of all variants of herpes that leads to same result
herpes , herpeses , herpetic , herpes simplex , herpes simplexes , herpes zoster , herpes zosters , anti-herpes , antiherpes , genital herpes , genital herpeses , shingles , zoster

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Greek word herpein, meaning 'to creep' or 'to crawl', likely due to the spreading nature of the sores.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. Herpes is estimated to affect over 1 in 6 people worldwide.

2. Herpes can be asymptomatic, meaning that some people may not even know they have the virus.

3. Herpes can be managed with antiviral medication to reduce the frequency and severity of outbreaks.

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Related Concepts

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1. STIs: Herpes is one of several sexually transmitted infections that can cause sores or blisters on the genitals or other areas.

2. HSV-1 and HSV-2: Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and type 2 (HSV-2) are the two main types of the herpes virus, with HSV-2 being more commonly associated with genital herpes.

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Culture

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Herpes has been a topic of stigma and shame for many years, leading to a lack of open discussion and education about the condition. In literature, herpes has been portrayed in various ways, from a source of shame and embarrassment to a symbol of passion and desire.

How to Memorize "herpes"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a red, blistery rash spreading across the body to memorize the concept of herpes.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'herpes' with the image of a red, itchy rash to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Herpes Hops on Hands and Feet' to help remember that the herpes virus can spread through direct contact with infected fluid.

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