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Genital herpes is caused by herpes simplex virus. There are two strains:

HSV-1: usually causes cold sores and HSV-2: usually causes genital herpes.

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Symptoms start about 2 to 12 days after exposure to the virus. They may include:

Pain or itching around the genitals

Small bumps or blisters around the genitals, anus or mouth

Painful ulcers that form when blisters rupture and ooze or bleed

Scabs that form as the ulcers heal

Painful urination

Discharge from the urethra, the tube that releases urine from the body

Discharge from the vagina

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There is no cure for Herpes but there are treatments available to help shorten and sometimes even prevent herpes outbreaks. Some potential complications of herpes include an increased risk of other STIs and viral meningitis.

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Medications can reduce symptoms and manage the condition.

Some medications include Acyclovir, Famciclovir, and Valacyclovir.

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Neonatal Herpes or Birth-Acquired Herpes is contracted by the passage through the birth canal of a mother who contracts Herpes during pregnancy. The effects of genital herpes on newborns can be life-threatening.

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Prevention

Always use latex condoms during sexual intercourse

Avoid sex if your partner has herpes

Maintain personal hygiene and ask the same from your partner

Avoid multiple sexual partners