Genital Herpes

(which is different from

Herpes Simplex

) is a viral infection caused by the HSV-2 virus. It appears as sores or blisters on the penis,

vulva

, or around the genital area.

Herpes

is transmitted during

unprotected sex

, especially when the infected partner is shedding the virus during the last stages of an outbreak. It can also be transmitted when the infected person has no

herpes symptoms

.

The condom is the best way to prevent

Genital Herpes

during sex, as there is no known cure for it. Antiviral medications such as Acyclovir, Famciclovir and Valacyclovir can help in minimizing the

herpes symptoms

. Also, stress has been known to prolong

Herpes

, so avoiding stressful situations and managing stress can reduce the

herpes symptoms

.

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