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Genital Herpes

Genital herpes is a viral infection spread through sexual contact that affects one five adults in the United States. This disease is probably best known for the sores and blisters it causes. These sores appear around the genitals or lips. The place where the sores appear is the original site where the virus entered your body. In most cases, genital herpes is spread through direct contact with these sores. This virus can survive for a few hours outside the body.

Symptoms may or may not occur, however when they do occur they vary with each person. Some people have painful attacks with many sores and others have only mild symptoms. If you get symptoms, they will appear about 2-10 days after the herpes virus enters your body. At this time, you may feel like you have the flu. You may get swollen glands, fever, chills, muscle aches, fatigue, and nausea. You also may get sores. Sores appear as small, fluid-filled blisters on the genitals, buttocks, or other areas. The sores are often grouped in clusters. Stinging or burning when your urinate is also common.

One way to determine if you have herpes is to have Dr Perlis examine the genitals. Also, there is a test that can determine if you don’t have any outbreaks. You must come into the office to determine your risk factors.

Treatment for herpes can be an on-going thing, because there is no cure for herpes, however there is medication that can control the course of the disease. Please contact our office for the treatment recommendation that is best for you.