Genital herpes is a common infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). It causes recurrent painful blisters or sores, and while it cannot be cured, it is very manageable with treatment that shortens outbreaks and can reduce their frequency.
Genital herpes is a common infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). It causes recurrent painful blisters or sores, and while it cannot be cured, it is very manageable with treatment that shortens outbreaks and can reduce their frequency.
Genital herpes is a common infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). It causes recurrent painful blisters or sores, and while it cannot be cured, it is very manageable with treatment that shortens outbreaks and can reduce their frequency.
Diagnosis is by examination and testing, and management focuses on treating outbreaks, reducing recurrences and lowering the risk of transmission.
If several of these apply to you, a urological evaluation is worthwhile. This checklist is a guide, not a diagnosis.
A discreet examination assesses the lesions.
Testing can confirm herpes and identify the virus type.
For recurrent cases, we review outbreak frequency to plan management.
The condition and realistic expectations are explained without judgment.
Antiviral medication shortens outbreaks and eases symptoms.
For frequent recurrences, daily therapy can reduce their number and lower transmission risk.
Confidential advice on reducing the risk of passing it to a partner.
English-speaking, confidential care for a recurring condition.
Genital herpes is managed matter-of-factly and confidentially here, with honest guidance about living with a recurring viral condition and options to reduce outbreaks and transmission. Care is led by a board-certified urologist with English-speaking support.
No, but it is very manageable — antiviral treatment shortens outbreaks and suppressive therapy can reduce their frequency and lower transmission risk.
Yes — herpes can transmit even without visible sores. We explain how to reduce that risk confidentially.
By examination and, where needed, testing that can confirm the virus and its type.
Outbreaks often become less frequent over time, and treatment helps manage them.