Herpes Symptoms

HERPES

DESCRIPTION

Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. 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

Symptoms –

Pain or itching

Small red bumps or tiny white blisters

Ulcers

Scabs

Risk factors –

Common in women

Have multiple sexual partners

Diagnosis and test –

Viral culture

Polymerase chain reaction test

Blood test

Treatment –

There is no cure for genital herpes. Treatment with several antiviral drugs may help.