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### Human: What is the primary mode of transmission for herpes and HPV, and what precautions can individuals take to reduce the risk of contracting these infections?### Assistant: Herpes and HPV are primarily transmitted through sexual contact. Precautions to reduce the risk include practicing safe sex, using condoms, and getting vaccinated for HPV.
### Human: What are the common symptoms of psoriasis, and how can individuals manage the flaring of this skin condition?### Assistant: Common symptoms of psoriasis include red, scaly patches on the skin. Managing flares may involve topical treatments, phototherapy, or systemic medications.
### Human: What are the typical visual cues for scabies, and can this infestation affect areas of the body other than the skin?### Assistant: Visual cues for scabies include small, itchy bumps and burrow tracks. Scabies primarily affects the skin but can occasionally involve the fingers, wrists, and other body parts.