Markeisha Hoskins by https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70 Genital Herpes en-us 2022-11-15 04:11:17 UTC 2025-12-08 14:29:13 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f9a0.png hoskins4003 https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384129533 Genital herpes is caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). There are two strands of Herpes Simplex Virus, HSV-1 and HSV-2. ]]> 2022-11-15 04:26:47 UTC https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384129533 Signs and Symptoms hoskins4003 https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384139433 Signs and symptoms of genital herpes include: 
*Pain or itching
*Small red bumps or tiny white blisters
*Ulcers
*Scabs
Also, during an outbreak one may have flu-like symptoms such as swollen lymph nodes in groin area, headaches, muscle aches and fever.]]> 2022-11-15 04:36:44 UTC https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384139433 Location of symptoms hoskins4003 https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384145656 Buttocks or thighs (Men and women)
Anus (Men and Women)
Mouth (Men and Women)
Urethra (Men and Women)
Vaginal area (Women)
External genitals (Women)
Cervix (Women)
Penis (Men)
Scrotum (Men)

]]> 2022-11-15 04:42:20 UTC https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384145656 Effect on Newborns hoskins4003 https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384153465 Babies can be exposed to the virus through the process of birth. The virus may cause blindness, brain damage and may result in death. ]]> 2022-11-15 04:49:19 UTC https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384153465 HSV-1 and HSV-2 hoskins4003 https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384163928 HSV-1 normally causes cold sores or fever blisters. HSV-2 commonly causes genital herpes. ]]> 2022-11-15 04:58:23 UTC https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384163928 Long term effects or complications of Genital Herpes hoskins4003 https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384169130 *High risk of contracting other sexually transmitted infections
*Risk of passing it to baby through birth canal
*Rectal inflammation
*Bladder problems
*Meningitis 
*Recurring symptoms]]> 2022-11-15 05:02:47 UTC https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384169130 Transmission of Genital Herpes hoskins4003 https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384184957 *Sexual Contact
*Skin to Skin Contact
*Oral Sex
*During birthing process

]]> 2022-11-15 05:16:28 UTC https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384184957 Preventing contraction of Genital Herpes hoskins4003 https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384202850 *Using latex condoms during intercourse
*Avoid sex if your partner has an outbreak
*Avoid having multiple sex partners
*Practice great personal hygiene ]]> 2022-11-15 05:32:24 UTC https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384202850 Diagnosis hoskins4003 https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384217176 Genital herpes can be diagnosed by any of these tests: 
*Blood test- analyzes a sample of blood for the presence of herpes simplex virus. 
*Viral culture- taking a tissue sample or scraping one of the sores for examination in lab.
*Polymerase chain reaction- copy DNA from a sample of blood, tissue from a sore, or spinal fluid. DNA can be tested to determine the presence, and which strand an individual has. ]]> 2022-11-15 05:46:21 UTC https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384217176 Risk Factors hoskins4003 https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384223299 *Women are at higher risk for contracting genital herpes
*Having multiple sex partners
*Poor immune system]]> 2022-11-15 05:52:03 UTC https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384223299 Treatment hoskins4003 https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384238024 There is no cure for genital herpes.  Antivirals may be prescribed to prevent or shorten outbreak, reduce the chances of spreading it, and reduce the recurring chances.  

Also, self-care is recommended. This includes wearing loose fitting clothing, keep the site clean and dry, and using mild cleansers when bathing in warm water. ]]> 2022-11-15 06:03:55 UTC https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384238024 hoskins4003 https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384255780 2022-11-15 06:19:29 UTC https://padlet.com/hoskins4003/wzrqtf9b9stc8r70/wish/2384255780