Symptoms of genital herpes can appear within 15 days after unprotected sexual intercourse with a person carrying the virus, with the appearance of sores and blisters in the genital region, which can cause pain, discomfort, burning and redness in the genital region.
Furthermore, genital herpes blisters and sores may be accompanied by more general symptoms, in some cases such as low-grade fever, chills and general malaise.
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI), which is transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse when coming into direct contact with the liquid released by the blisters formed by the virus. Herpes simplex found in the genital region of the infected person, leading to symptoms such as burning, itching, pain and discomfort in the genital region. Learn more about genital herpes.
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Symptoms of genital herpes
The main symptoms of genital herpes are:
- Appearance of blisters in the genital region, which rupture and form small wounds;
- Itching and discomfort;
- Redness in the region;
- Burning when urinating if the bubbles are close to the urethra;
- Dor;
- Burning and pain when defecating, if the blisters are close to the anus;
- Groin in the groin.
Symptoms of genital herpes appear between 10 and 15 days after contact with the infectious agent responsible for the infection and genital herpes sores can appear on the penis, vulva, vagina, perianal region, urethra or cervix.
Furthermore, it is possible that more general symptoms may be noticed, such as low fever, chills, headache, general malaise, loss of appetite, muscle pain and tiredness, for example.
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Diagnosis of genital herpes
The diagnosis of genital herpes is made by a gynecologist, urologist, general practitioner or infectious disease specialist based on the initial assessment of the genital region. Furthermore, to confirm the diagnosis, the doctor may request serology to identify the virus or scrape the wound for analysis in the laboratory.
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How transmission happens
The transmission of genital herpes occurs through unprotected sexual intercourse, that is, using a condom, and the person can become infected by coming into contact with the liquid from the blisters that may be present in the genital region, thigh or anus, for example. See more details on the transmission of genital herpes.
Read too: Herpes: what it is, symptoms, types, transmission and treatment
How the treatment is carried out
The treatment of genital herpes must be carried out in accordance with the guidance of the gynecologist, urologist or general practitioner, and I recommend the use of antiviral medications such as Acyclovir or Valacyclovir in tablets or ointments, to alleviate symptoms, prevent complications, and reduce the rate of replication. of the virus in the body and, consequently, reduce the risk of transmission to other people. Check out the main medications for genital herpes.
Furthermore, as herpes blisters in the genital region can be very painful, to help get through the episode, the doctor may also recommend the use of local anesthetic ointments or gels, such as Lidocaine or Xylocaine, which help to hydrate the skin and numb the area. affected area, thus relieving pain and discomfort. Understand how genital herpes is treated.
Bibliography
- GARLAND, Suzanne et al. Genital herpes. Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology. Vol.28, n.7. 1098-1110, 2014
- PENELLO, Angelo M. et al. Herpes Genital. J bras Diseases Sex Transm. Vol.22(2). 64-72, 2010
- BRAZILIAN SOCIETY OF INFECTOLOGY. Herpes Simples. Available at: <https://www.infectologia.org.br/pg/985/herpes-simples>. Accessed on June 28, 2019
- DIVE – EPIDEMIOLOGICAL SURVEILLANCE DIRECTORATE. Herpes Genital. Available at: <http://www.dive.sc.gov.br/index.php/da/item/herpes-genital>. Accessed on June 28, 2019
