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Genital herpes

What is genital herpes?


Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). Appearance of sores on your genital or rectal area, buttocks, thighs, fever, body aches and swollen lymph nodes are manifestations of genital herpes. It begins with tingling, itching or burning near where the sores will appear. HSV is highly contagious. It spreads through skin-to-skin contact,vaginal, anal, or oral sex with someone who has it. The virus can spread even when sores are not present. It ranges from one to 26 days but is typically six to eight days to develop symptoms after first getting infected with HSV.

How telehealth doctors can help you to treat genital herpes ?


  • Consultation with doctors can help in understanding symptoms and core causes and treatment plans.

  • Professionals provide guidance on safe sexual protocols and infection prevention methods.

  • Doctors can offer counseling and mental support to help you feel relaxed.

  • Health education on genital herpes reduces the risk of virus transmission to partners.

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Frequently Asked Questions


People who experience an initial outbreak of herpes can have repeated outbreaks, especially if they have HSV-2.Repeated outbreaks are usually shorter and less severe than the first outbreak. Although genital herpes is a lifelong infection, the number of outbreaks may decrease over time. During outbreaks of genital herpes try to avoid having sex ,wearing tight clothing and touching blisters with bare skin or unwashed hands.

Yes, it is generally safe to get pregnant if you have herpes. Having genital herpes does not affect fertility or the ability to get pregnant .

Herpes is a very common infection that stays with you forever. Everyone’s body reacts differently to herpes. Some people may never experience noticeable symptoms, while others might have outbreaks from time to time.

If your genital skin looks or feels unusual, see your doctor and once your doctor confirms an infection with HSV, they can give you the right treatment. Any time blisters appear you should see your doctor for treatment.If you have ever had a diagnosis of genital herpes and are having trouble passing urine or bowel see your doctor.If you are in pain, or have frequent outbreaks (flare-ups) see your doctor.

  1. Always use condoms and dental dams during oral, anal, and vaginal sex
  2. Wash after sex 
  3. Don’t have sex during a herpes outbreak, even with a condom. There may be sores on places the condom doesn’t cover.
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