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Tratment for this STI includes Antiviral medications (such as acyclovir, famciclovir, and valacyclovir) to reduce severity and duration of outbreaks and lower the risk of transmission.

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Long term effects on Genital herpes are Chronic Recurrences:

Psychosocial Impact

Potential Complications

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Genital herpes can have serious effects on newborns, including: 1. Fatal organ damage 2. Serious viral infections 3. Recurrent sores on the skin, eyes, genitals, or mouth 4. Blindness 5. Deafness 6. Seizures

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Genital Herpes has many symptoms that may start differently for men and women. the most common signs are 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

Flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache, or body aches

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Genital Herpes is caused by the Herpes simplex virus.

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Genital Herpes