What is genital herpes?
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD)
caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). There are two types of… [more]
What are the symptoms of genital herpes?
Most people infected with HSV do not even know that they are
infected because they never experience any symptoms. Others… [more]
What causes genital herpes?
Genital herpes is caused by infection with either of two
types of herpes simplex virus: HSV-1 or HSV-2. These viruses… [more]
Who is at risk for genital herpes?
Genital herpes is almost exclusively transmitted through
genital-to-genital contact or oral-to-genital contact. Risk factors for
contracting the disease include:
Having… [more]
How do I know if I have genital herpes?
If you have blisters or sores in the anal or genital
regions, see your doctor to be tested for genital… [more]
What treatments are available for genital herpes?
While there is no cure for genital herpes, there are
medications available that can reduce the frequency and severity of… [more]
How can I prevent genital herpes?
Avoiding exposure to the HSV-1 and HSV-2 viruses is the best
way to avoid contracting genital herpes. The best way… [more]
When should I seek medical care?
If you experience the symptoms of genital herpes, see the
doctor to be tested. If you are diagnosed with genital… [more]
More information about genital herpes
Healia Resources
Online health communities for herpes simplex
Online health communities for sexually transmitted diseases
Web
search for genital herpes… [more]