HSV is transmitted through direct contact with an infected individual. The virus can spread through skin-to-skin contact, sexual intercourse, and contact with infected bodily fluids. HSV can be transmitted even when there are no visible sores or symptoms, through a process known as asymptomatic shedding. Additionally, HSV-1 can be transmitted through oral contact, such as kissing or sharing utensils, while HSV-2 is mostly spread through sexual contact.
