Question 1

is type 1 genital herpes painful?

Accepted Answer

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 2

is oral or genital herpes always painful? because i have some symptoms but no pain.

Accepted Answer

Get checked: If you have symptoms and are concerned, your best bet is to be evaluated by a dermatologist when you are experiencing this symptoms.  They would be able to diagnose and treat you if necessary.

Question 3

why is some genital herpes blisters painful and some are not?

Accepted Answer

Skin nerves: The blisters hurt because they expose some of the tiny nerves in the skin. Some areas of the skin has more, or less, nerves than others. Also, some blisters have different depths than others.

Question 4

is it rare for genital herpes to occur as a single spot? is it almost always a cluster and painful or is it normally painless and single?

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Herpes is painful: Usually, genital herpes are painful and can occur in more than one spot.

Question 5

does single painful blister sound like genital herpes?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Needs evaluation for appropriate diagnosis.

Question 6

i've had a small bump by my groin for a couple of months now.. i woke up today and that same bump was bigger and a bit painful. herpes? genital warts

Accepted Answer

Lymph node?: It may be a "lymph node" and a sign of infection. See a md when you can.

Question 7

hi! i have painful bump on inferior labial frenulum. i know for certain that it is not genital herpes. do you have any ideas as to what it is?

Accepted Answer

Appt with doctor  : Any lesion on genital area needs an exam by  a doctor. It could be anything. Std, cyst , benign tumor, bacterial infections s many more are possible.

Question 8

herpes blisters vs friction blisters. whats the difference? had genital blisters. went off in one day. came twice in 1 month. not painful or itchy?

Accepted Answer

Concerning: What you describe is concerning for herpes. Friction should not cause blisters. Schedule a visit for STD testing.

Question 9

i have herpes. not sure which one. i caught it genital, guy had sore on his lips. caught it at 6/2013, painful month for me. returned but anal. why?

Accepted Answer

Two herpes: There are two herpes viruses. If you have herpes in two spots you most likely have both herpes. You need the blood tests!

Question 10

i have a red bump on the shaft of my penis and its hard, not painful unless pinched and i managed to remove some puss. is this genital herpes?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: See your doctor and get a correct diagnosis.  You may need treatment and if it is an std you will need to alert your partner.

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Is type 1 genital herpes painful?

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Is oral or genital herpes always painful? because i have some symptoms but no pain.

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Why is some genital herpes blisters painful and some are not?

A member asked:

Is it rare for genital herpes to occur as a single spot? is it almost always a cluster and painful or is it normally painless and single?

A member asked:

Does single painful blister sound like genital herpes?

A member asked:

I've had a small bump by my groin for a couple of months now.. i woke up today and that same bump was bigger and a bit painful. herpes? genital warts

A member asked:

Hi! i have painful bump on inferior labial frenulum. i know for certain that it is not genital herpes. do you have any ideas as to what it is?

A member asked:

Herpes blisters vs friction blisters. whats the difference? had genital blisters. went off in one day. came twice in 1 month. not painful or itchy?

A member asked:

I have herpes. not sure which one. i caught it genital, guy had sore on his lips. caught it at 6/2013, painful month for me. returned but anal. why?

A member asked:

I have a red bump on the shaft of my penis and its hard, not painful unless pinched and i managed to remove some puss. is this genital herpes?

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