Question

How does herpes affect functions of the skin??

Answer 1

Genital herpes can cause painful genital sores and can be severe in people with suppressed immune systems. If you touch your sores or the fluids from the sores, you may transfer herpes to another part of your body, such as your eyes.

Answer 2

Herpes simplex virus 1 has to overcome skin or mucosa barriers to infect its human host.