Genital Herpes
Genital herpes is a highly contagious sexually transmitted infection caused by the herpes simplex virus, which is the same virus that is responsible for cold sores on the mouth. Genital herpes is, however, mostly contracted through the HSV-2 strain, while the HSV-1 strain causes cold sores. This infection can be easily contracted through unprotected sexual contact, via vaginal, anal or oral sex. Genital herpes is an unsightly and extremely uncomfortable infection, which affects everyone differently. Some people who have the virus see painful symptoms such as itchy red sores and fluid blisters very soon after they catch it, and may experience several outbreaks a year. Others can be luckier, and won’t experience symptoms for months or even years.
It is currently not possible to cure genital herpes. Though individual outbreaks can be treated, genital herpes symptoms can reappear over time. The regularity of these outbreaks differs from person to person. With genital herpes treatments, the virus can be effectively treated and managed, and the effects of an outbreak reduced, to push the virus into a dormant state again. Medications such as Aciclovir, Valtrex and Famvir can be used to reduce and prevent the symptoms.
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How can you catch genital herpes?
Genital herpes is highly contagious and is most commonly passed on from one person to the next through unprotected sexual intercourse. The HSV-2 virus that causes herpes is spread through touch, which means the virus can be contracted by coming into contact with skin where an outbreak of genital herpes is present.
Symptoms are not always visible with this infection, which means that you don’t necessarily have to have unprotected penetrative sex with an infected person to catch the HSV-2 virus. The virus can also be transmitted through oral sex or by touching the genitals of a person with active symptoms.
What are the genital herpes symptoms?
Genital herpes symptoms can develop fast with painful red blisters and skin ulcers forming on the genital area, the thighs, anus and rectum. You may experience fever and also pain when you urinate. Genital herpes in women can lead to vaginal discharge. Symptoms may last as long as 20 days before they go away.
The first outbreak is usually the most severe. Later outbreaks will display symptoms such as painful red blisters, ulceration and a tingling or burning sensation around the genitals. Genital herpes also goes through what is known as a ‘shedding phase’, which means that the virus is active on the surface of the skin. Symptoms are not often visible during this phase, but the virus can still be passed on through skin-to-skin contact.
What can trigger an outbreak?
The herpes virus can never be completely cured, though it does remain dormant for the majority of the time. It is not entirely known what causes the virus to become active again and trigger an outbreak. Research has shown that factors such as fatigue, tiredness, stress, excessive alcohol consumption, exposing the genitals to direct sunlight or friction around the genital area can potentially increase your likelihood of developing an outbreak.
Can I buy genital herpes treatments online?
euroClinix operates a secure, reliable service for patients who want to buy genital herpes treatments with discretion. To obtain a prescription, you will need to take a short online consultation with our doctor when you place your order. Our doctor needs to ensure that this medication is suitable for you before they can write a prescription. All treatments are dispatched from our pharmacy for free overnight delivery.
