This image displays grouped lesions typical of sacral herpes simplex. Though the lesions of herpes are typically described as fluid-filled, grouped, red elevations of the skin, this is not always the case. As displayed in this image, there may subtle or no fluid in herpes infections. This image displays the red slightly elevated lesions typical of sacral herpes simplex. Herpes virus-induced skin blisters tend to occur in crops. This image displays grouped herpes lesions on the thigh. This image displays a grouping of pus-filled blisters located at the lower back and the buttocks, a common location for recurring attacks of herpes.
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Sacral Herpes  Information for adults

Picture of Sacral Herpes: This image displays grouped lesions typical of sacral herpes simplex. Divider line
This image displays grouped lesions typical of sacral herpes simplex.
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Who's At Risk
Herpes simplex virus infections occur in people of all races, of all ages, and of both sexes. However, the 2 groups most commonly infected with HSV-2 include newborns, who contract it from their infected mothers during birth, and sexually active teenagers and adults, who contract it from their sexual partners. Up to 1 in 5 Americans over the age of 12 may be infected with HSV-2.

Remember that only 20% of people who are infected with the herpes simplex virus actually develop visible blisters or sores. That means that approximately 80% of people with HSV infections have not been diagnosed and are unaware of their condition. Nevertheless, they can still transmit the infection to others.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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