Question 1

how does genital herpes differ from chancroid in appearance?

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Ulcers: Chancroid is characterized by painfull ulcers. It can be larger in size than herpes and deeper. Mostly herpetic infection are characterized by tiny ulcers healing within a week( if no immunosupression)  in chancroid the ulcers will get larger and bigger.

Question 2

what's different between chancroid and genital herpes?

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Chancroid vs herpes: Chancroid is an std caused by a bacterium which forms  soft lumps that ulcerate. It's cured with antibiotics. (for more info see http://www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pubmedhealth/pmh0001659/ ). Herpes is a virus that causes blisters & ulcers; it can be suppressed with antiviral meds but never is completely cured & can recur when triggered by stress, etc. Both cause ulcerations.

Question 3

is type 1 genital herpes painful?

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Here are some ...: The page still shows this Q still unanswered although I did it. So, I repeated; HSV-1 genital herpes can cause itching, sore, and pain as that from HSV-2. More detail? To http://www.livestrong.com/article/49176-symptoms-type-genital-herpes/. Best wish..

Question 4

why does some genital herpes hurt?

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Nerve irritation: All forms of herpes can cause a burning stinging type of pain. Herpes viruses are stored in nerve cell bodies and when activated cause irritation of the nerves causing pain.

Question 5

what can help genital herpes symptoms?

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Not much: You can be treated with antivirals which will help to shorten the duration of active lesions, and capsaicin-containing preparations will help to numb the area after the initial burning they cause, but otherwise, simple pain medications can alleviate some of the discomfort.

Question 6

could you pass genital herpes through oral?

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Yes: Herpes simplex virus -2 can be spread through vaginal, anal ; oral sex.

Question 7

can i deliver naturally if i have genital herpes?

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Maybe: If you don't have any blisters, or the sensation that comes on before they erupt, you may be able to deliver vaginally if your doctor is comfortable that you're clear. Occasionally, you can take medicine prior to delivery to suppress outbreaks and help prevent passing herpes to your child.

Question 8

where did genital herpes start in the first place?

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Adam: This virus(herpes) is the most well adapted to our body of any i know of.It seldom kills but can linger in our bodies for decades. An attack of 'shingles" a new eruption of chicken-pox as an adult is often very painful and persistant problem.

Question 9

can u contact genital herpes when wearing a condemn?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: It's possible, depending on where the partner's herpes lesion is that you may come in contact with, but condoms will greatly reduce the risk.

Question 10

how do you know if you are exposed to genital herpes?

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There is blood test : This will show antibodies if exposed.

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