Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Vaginal Herpes - You have to know about it

Do you think that you may have vaginal herpes? Do not be ashamed if you do, genital herpes is unfortunately one of the most common sexually transmitted disease within the United States. Be sure to tell your partner, if you are not completely sure, make sure they are aware... they are your partner, they will understand. Also, as much as you do not want to, go to the doctor immediately.

What is Vaginal Herpes? Vaginal Herpes is a sexually transmitted disease herpes which is a virus.
Common symptoms of vaginal herpes...

  • Sensitive Skin (may appear to be red)
  • Blisters or bumps in the following areas: vagina, thighs, buttocks
  • Vaginal Discharge
  • Headaches and/or flu-like symptoms
  • Muscles hurt, especially in your lower back
  • In Outbreaks that occur later, sores hurt less and they do not stay as long in that specific area

You can certainly still have genital herpes without those symptoms, so be sure to consult a doctor if you believe you may have herpes.

Tips to prevent herpes from spreading more:

  • Do not touch your eyes, mouth, etc.
  • Be sure to wash your hands properly with hot water and soap, especially during outbreaks.
  • Avoid sexual contact during an outbreak.

If you are infected, be sure to either get medication from a doctor or find natural cures that you can use. Be sure that you just do not do nothing... it will get worse and you will infect other people, which in some places is illegal.

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