HIV & Herpes

Human immunodeficiency virus HIV and herpes are two major sexually transmitted diseases that affect each other. Cutaneous rash due to herpes simplex virus-2 infection is also called HSV-2, which causes genital herpes disease. The presence of open sores strengthens the entry of HIV into the body during sexual interactions. It has been reported that HIV-infected people with weakened immunity have not only a high rate of herpetic severity but also a high frequency of onset. Although the effects of the two infections are permanent, medical intervention helps limit disease progression.