Understanding Bumps and Herpes: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

If you have bumps that you think might be herpes, it's important to see a doctor or other healthcare provider as soon as possible for diagnosis and treatment. Herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). There are two types of HSV: HSV-1 and HSV-2. HSV-1 usually causes oral herpes, which is characterized by small, painful blisters on the lips or mouth. HSV-2 usually causes genital herpes, which is characterized by small, painful blisters on the genitals, buttocks, or thighs.

Some of the symptoms of herpes include:

* Small, painful blisters on the lips, mouth, genitals, buttocks, or thighs

* A burning or tingling sensation in the affected area

* Fever

* Headache

* Muscle aches

* Fatigue

* Swollen lymph nodes

If you think you may have herpes, it's important to see a doctor or other healthcare provider as soon as possible for diagnosis and treatment. Treatment for herpes can help reduce the symptoms and prevent the spread of the infection to others.