Question 1

what are the symptoms of genital herpes? how many blisters do you have to get at one time?

Accepted Answer

Pain, burnIng, blist: Pain, irritation, like burning, and blisters in various stages of oozing crusting and healing.  The first infection is often the worst and can be accompanied by a flu like syndrome. Blisters are usually multiple and in the same general area of the body/skin.

Question 2

is it possible that a couple tiny red dots (not blisters) on underside of penis that only lasted 3 days were recurrent genital herpes?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Almost certainly this isn't herpes, which doesn't cause "red dots" that don't become blisters or open sore. And no herpes outbreak can heal entirely in only 3 days; 7-10 days is the minimum. If you have been diagnosed with genital herpes, follow your doctor's advoce about management. If worried about herpes but not diagnosed, the "red dots" don't suggest you have it.

Question 3

im virgin & had oral sex 1st time, had painful blisters on genital area & gyno diagnosed as herpes. bf is asymptomatic, if hsv1 why didnt i get oral outbreak & can this be a misdiagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Genital herpes: Either HSV type can cause genital or oral herpes. (HSV1 and 2 are the names of the virus, not the place infected, i.e. oral vs genital.) Many HSV transmitters have no symptoms. If your only genital exposure was by oral sex, almost certainly you have HSV1, which is better than HSV2 because recurrent oubreaks are much less frequent. If you kissed, it was just lucky you didn't also catch it orally.

Question 4

could i have genital herpes? i am 68. for the first time in 7 years i had sex a couple of months ago.it was oral sex. a week or so later i developed severe pain inside my vagina. my doctor found what she described as a "blister"  but decided it was a yeas

Accepted Answer

Please : Please be seen immediately and have cultures taken for herpes, gonorrhea, syphilis, and for chlamydia.  Yes, it could be herpes, but it could be other infections as well.  Please be seen immediately for a complete evaluation by your doctor.

Question 5

does genitals herpes always turn into open sores after a blister?

Accepted Answer

Not always: not necessarily, sometimes it can turn into an open sore, while other times it will remain closed. Please continue to use protection when involving yourself with sexual intercourse.

Question 6

can herpes only be spreaded if you have an outbreak? i never had symptoms and now since diagnosed i have been getting more blisters in genitals.

Accepted Answer

Herpes: Herpes can be spread at any time, not only when you have an outbreak, although it is much more likely to be spread when you have an outbreak. HSV (herpes simplex virus) can live in the skin of the genital area and can be passed to another person, even if there is not an outbreak. It is a good idea to use a condom every time you have sex, and to discuss this with your sexual partners.

Question 7

what happens if i pop a genital herpes blister?

Accepted Answer

Herpes: If you discover that you have a fever blister, do not pop it. It is highly contagious and is easily spread through touch, especially kissing. Do not share utensils, glasses, food. Throw away your toothbrush, wash sheets and clothes and frequently wash your hands. Fever blisters can be spread to other parts of the body as well, so try to avoid contact until the blister is gone.

Question 8

could i have genital herpes even if i don't have blisters?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You can even be contagious without blisters being apparent through a phenomenon called viral shedding.

Question 9

does everyone who has herpes get large blisters on their genitals?

Accepted Answer

No: Additionally, asymptomatic persons can "shed" (=potentially transmit) the virus. See: http://stdtesting.Com/how-many-people-have-herpes    --for more information and links on herpes.

Question 10

should one assume automatically that blister near the genitals is herpes?

Accepted Answer

Good chance: First time around you may get systemic symptoms of fever, chills, malaise, an outbreak of numerous blister-like lesions on the genetalia which will rupture and leave very tender and painful ulcers which may last as long as 10-14days.  The female genetalia may become swollen and tender to the point that she cannot walk.  The man can develop severe swelling which may partially impede free urination.

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Im virgin & had oral sex 1st time, had painful blisters on genital area & gyno diagnosed as herpes. bf is asymptomatic, if hsv1 why didnt i get oral outbreak & can this be a misdiagnosis?

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Could i have genital herpes? i am 68. for the first time in 7 years i had sex a couple of months ago.it was oral sex. a week or so later i developed severe pain inside my vagina. my doctor found what she described as a "blister" but decided it was a yeas

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Does genitals herpes always turn into open sores after a blister?

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Can herpes only be spreaded if you have an outbreak? i never had symptoms and now since diagnosed i have been getting more blisters in genitals.

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What happens if i pop a genital herpes blister?

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Could i have genital herpes even if i don't have blisters?

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Should one assume automatically that blister near the genitals is herpes?

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