Background
Herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections are among the most common infectious diseases in humans. The prevalence of herpes simplex viruse type 2 (HSV-2) varies widely across the world. Herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) is the cause of most genital herpes and is almost always sexually transmitted.
Most HSV-2 infections are consequently expected to occur after the onset of sexual activity. Genital herpes is a cause of morbidity and increases the risk of HIV acquisition, due to disruption of mucosal membranes.
Data on prevalence of herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) infections are limited in Asia.
Our study focuses on seroepidemiology of HSV-2 infection in Islamic Azad University of Kazeroun asymptomatic healthy students.