How many people have HSV-1 and HSV-2, and what do the numbers mean for transmission risk in Europe?

HSV-1 and HSV-2 prevalence explained: global statistics, oral vs genital herpes, asymptomatic infection, and testing considerations.

In this episode, we review how common herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and type 2 (HSV-2) infections are worldwide and across Europe, and why many people are unaware they carry the virus.

You’ll learn:

• Estimated global prevalence of HSV-1 and HSV-2

• The difference between oral herpes and genital herpes

• Why HSV infections are often asymptomatic

• How transmission occurs, including during symptom-free periods

• When testing is recommended — and when it is not routinely advised

• How outbreaks are assessed during an online consultat ...