Herpes Simplex

Genital Herpes

Genital herpes is a common sexually transmitted infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Sexual contact is the primary way that the virus spreads. After the initial infection, the virus lies dormant in your body and can reactivate several times a year.
If you have had symptoms for more than 5 days before you go to your doctor, you can still get tested to find out the cause.
Symptoms

Small pockets of fluid beneath the skin

  • Painful

  • Formed ulcers

  • At genital, anus or buttocks

common

Fatigue

common

Itchy skin

  • At genital

common

Fever

  • Greater than or equal to 38°C (100.4°F), Less than 38°C (100.4°F)

common

Strange liquid coming out of urethra

or Strange fluid coming out of vagina other than blood

or Pain discomfort or burning when urinating

common

Headache

Enlarged or swollen lymph nodes

  • Inguinal

  • Painful when touched

Risk factors

Contact with a person with herpes simplex

Treatment
You may be prescribed: - An antiviral medicine to stop the symptoms from getting worse – you need to start taking this within 5 days of the symptoms appearing. -cream for the pain
Recommended specialist

If you have Herpes Simplex, then a visit to a dermatologist is highly recommended.

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