Symptoms of HSV can vary widely among infected individuals. Some may experience severe outbreaks, while others may have mild symptoms or be asymptomatic. Common symptoms include:
- Painful blisters or sores on the skin - Itching or burning sensations - Flu-like symptoms (fever, swollen lymph nodes, body aches) - Pain during urination (genital herpes)
Symptoms tend to occur in outbreaks, with initial outbreaks often being more severe and subsequent ones generally milder.
