Vaginal Herpes
If you are sexually active it is important that you know to practice safe sex so you can reduce the risks of contracting STD’s or sexually transmitted diseases such as Vaginal Herpes. Vaginal herpes is a virus that is spread from sexual contact from one partner to another during unprotected sexual intercourse. It is a lifelong condition that there is no cure for.
There are many symptoms you can look for if you find out or suspect that your sexual partner has passed on the herpes virus to you. Herpes Pictures are available on the internet and generally within two to twenty days you will experience your first outbreak if you have contracted the virus. You may experience a variety of symptoms as each outbreak is different for everyone. You may have blister like lesions around your vaginal area, urethra, anus as well as your buttocks area. You may find that the area around the vagina is sore and red as well. You may only experience a mild outbreak with small bumps and a rash but most people find that their first outbreak is the worst. Other symptoms you may experience include fatigue, muscle soreness, and swollen lymph nodes much like you would have if you were to have the flu. If you find you do have them you may also get a yeast infection along with the outbreak. If your symptoms are severe enough your doctor may prescribe you an antibiotic. How many times a year you experience an outbreak varies depending upon the person. Some people may experience an outbreak only once or twice a year whereas some have more severe cases where they have outbreaks once every week.
If you suspect that you are at risk for having Vaginal Herpes it is imperative that you go to the doctor and get tested. This is especially important for those who are planning to have children as if you are not aware you are infected you could pass the virus on to your unborn child. If it is determined you do have them there are treatment options available. There are a few different types of medications that are able to help reduce outbreaks and make them less severe. While they are not commonly used or recommended there are also some topical treatments you would apply to the lesions. It is important to be up front and honest with your partner if you do have them that way you can continue to have a honest, healthy relationship.