We live in a complex world, full of technology, problems and bugs. Here\'s a story about a bug called Herpes.

The objective is to keep it simple and short. You may have seen the ad on TV or heard someone talking about it. How do you know you are not infected? If you are, what do you do? Where do you go? Its not all that complicated, if you know what you are doing. Just like other things in life.

Herpes is a viral problem and you can get it on different areas of your body. Oral herpes affects your mouth and face area, which is most common. But you can also get it in your genital area. The best way to get herpes is by direct contact, therefore, keeping some distance between you and an infected person is the best protection. Another good protection is good hygiene.

How do we know that we have Herpes? Just watch out for red blisters, sensitive skin and any flu like symptoms which could mean that this virus sleeping in your body has been activated. Do not forget about cold sores around your mouth or tingling feeling below your waist, they could all mean Herpes. Even the slightest doubt should be taken care without any delay. Any doubt in your mind, seek medical guidance and get it off your chest.

Do you have a friend who you think may be infected? Or is someone in your household showing these symptoms? The most important is to seek medical help. Timely medications and more information on the subject will help them get through it. There may not be a cure, but certainly the blisters can be controlled through medication and salt baths. Its not a complicated one to fight with, that\'s a plus.

This virus not only spreads through sexual contact, but also through touch, skin to skin. You can easily protect yourself using condoms. If you doubt, may be you are infected, it can easily be detected even through a regular pap test. You could even pick up a test kit and check yourself at home.

Become Herpes wise, know the real story. Remember it can strike anybody. Unfortunately more women than men. The challenge is to know that you have one. So, look out for symptoms, protect yourself through precautions and seek timely medical care. Its only Herpes, not the end of the world.