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Genital herpes is caused by


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Herpes simplex virus

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Human immunodeficiency virus

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Human papillomavirus

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is A

Herpes simplex virus


Genital herpes Is caused by the herpes simplex virus. The virus comes in two types. Type I infections cause sores on the mouth and lips while Type II causes sores around genitals and the rectum. Around 80% of all infections are Type II.


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