Your Private GP and Sexual Health Clinic in Canary Wharf
Herpes can be passed on even when protection is being used
- Herpes is usually transmitted via sexual contact, including kissing and oral sex
- Can also be passed from mother to newborn, during delivery
- HSV1, is mostly associated with oral lesions (cold sores)
- Herpes type 2 (HSV2), mostly associated with genital lesions
- Once infected there is no cure and the virus usually causes recurrent attacks
- Its possible to transmit the virus even if you have no symptoms
SYMPTOMS
- Painful ulcers or blisters
- Painful urination
- Vaginal or urethral discharge
- Enlarged or tender glands in the groin
- Flu like illness
- Attacks usually last 7-10 days and are self-limiting
Test and TREATMENT
- Usually diagnosed by visual inspection
- Swabs can be done for confirmation and to distinguish between type 1 or 2
- Antibody blood tests are available
- There is no vaccine or cure.
- Antiviral treatments can help limit outbreaks and prevent the risk of infecting partners.
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