We might be familiar with genital herpes being one of the numerous sexually transmitted disease these days. However, let me discuss to you in a quick manner about herpes, its cause and preventions. Herpes is caused by herpes simplex viruses type 1 or type 2. This can be acquired through oral, vaginal and anal sex as the virus can be transmitted through a lesion after it was released from the infected person. Abstinence can prevent you from getting herpes virus 100%. But in unlikely events that you already acquired it, you can rely on natural herpes treatment to cure your signs and symptoms.