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Posted: 09-15-07 15:52pm
Typical symptoms
The virus starts to multiply when it gets
into the skin cells. The skin becomes red
and sensitive, and soon afterward, one or
more blisters or bumps appear. The
blisters first open, and then heal as new
skin tissue forms. During a first
outbreak, the area is usually painful and
may itch, burn or tingle. Flu-like
symptoms are also common. These include
swollen glands, headache, muscle ache or
fever. Herpes may also infect the urethra,
and urinating may cause a burning
sensation.
