Doctors For Genital Herpes
Dr. Azra Shamsi
PMDC VerifiedGynecologist
MBBS, MCPS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology), FCPS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology)
Gynecologist
MBBS, MCPS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology), FCPS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology)
The herpes simplex virus causes genital herpes, a common sexually transmitted infection (HSV). The virus is spread primarily through sexual contact. The virus remains dormant in your body after the initial infection and can reactivate several times a year. Pain, itching, and sores in the genital area are all symptoms of genital herpes. However, you might not show any signs or symptoms of genital herpes. Even if you don't have any visible sores, you can be contagious if you're infected.
Genital Herpes Facts and Figures
According to the World Health Organization, genital herpes is common in people ages 15 to 49. Around 13% of people worldwide have the HSV-2 infection. This disease is more easily transferred from men to women during sexual intercourse. Some further facts and statistics about the incidence and prevalence of genital herpes have been listed below:
| Prevalence of Genital Herpes Worldwide | Approx. 491 million people aged 15-49 |
| Common in | Young Adults |
| At-Risk Gender | Females |
| Average Age for Diagnosis | Before 50 years |
| Problems related to Genital Herpes | Ulcers, sore, or rashes, Fever, Body aches |
| Specialists Who Treat Genital Herpes | Gynecologists |
Following are the symptoms of genital herpes:
Women may find sores on the cervix, vagina, or external genitals. On the other hand, men may have sores on the penis or scrotum.
A virus causes genital herpes. Following are the two causes of genital herpes:
There are many preventive measures for genital herpes. Following are some of them:
Genital herpes has no known cure. Prescription antiviral medications for genital herpes may be used to: