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Genital herpes videor

Our genital herpes hub features expert-led videos that explain what genital herpes is, how it's spread, the typical symptoms to look out for, and the treatment options available. Whether you’ve been diagnosed or just want to learn more, these videos offer trusted, up-to-date advice to help you understand and take control of your sexual health.

Översikt

Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). It is usually spread through skin-to-skin contact during sex.

What is genital herpes?

Is herpes contagious?

Symptoms

Symptoms of genital herpes can include painful blisters or sores around the genitals, itching or tingling before the sores appear, and sometimes flu-like symptoms. Some people may experience no symptoms at all.

What are the symptoms of genital herpes?

What are the symptoms of genital herpes?

Tests

Genital herpes is usually diagnosed based on symptoms and a physical exam, but if sores are present, a swab can be taken from them to test for the virus.

How to test for genital herpes

Behandling

Genital herpes is treated with antiviral medications. However there is no cure, meaning the virus stays in your body and can become active from time to time.

How can genital herpes be treated?

How do you treat genital herpes?

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Lawrence Higgins

Managing editor

BSc, Post Graduate Diploma

As managing editor of Patient.info Lawrence looks after all of our features and is a member of the Guild of Health Writers.

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Författarbild

Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGP

Allmänläkare, Medicinsk Författare

MBBS, MRCGP, MRCP (Paediatrics), DCH

Dr Colin Tidy är en NHS-läkare, baserad i Oxfordshire.

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