What Are Symptoms Of Genital Herpes?

Posted on Thu, 18 Dec 2014

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Thu, 18 Dec 2014 Answered on

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Question : What are symptoms of genital herpes

Answered by Dr. Bharatesh Devendra Basti (21 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Grouped Vesicles with pain or burning sensation

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for query. I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query.

Herpes genitalis is caused by herpes simplex virus 1 or 2.
The symptoms are grouped vesicles (water filled lesions) in the area of contact. They may be associated with pain or burning sensation. There may be fever and weakness.
They are known for recurrence.

Usually transmitted as STDs. Also can be transmitted by skin to skin contact or kiss.

Some may be asymptomatic.

You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Dermatologist and venereologist

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