Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Infections (Herpes Labialis; Herpetic Gingivostomatitis) By Kenneth M Kaye, MD, Harvard Medical School Reviewed / Revised Sep 2021 | Modified Sep 2022 View Patient Education Diseases Caused by Herpes Simplex Virus Diagnosis Treatment Key Points Topic Resources Herpes Labialis (Lip) Herpes Labialis (Soft Palate... Herpetic Whitlow Herpes simplex viruses (human herpesviruses types 1 and 2) commonly cause recurrent infection affecting the skin, mouth, lips, eyes, and genitals.