Question:
Hi, this
is Harshit,male,19.
I have
a question regarding genital herpes. Two months back it was itching
near genitals on the inner thigh. Then I could see black sore and
went to my family doctor.
He examined
it and prescribed me cream to apply on it and some medicines. Few
day afterwards it was normal, but suddenly from 4-5 days it’s
itching there with no pain.
Am I
fully cure from this virus? Some say that the virus remains through
the life. Is it true?
I am
worried please help!
Answer:
Dear
Harshit,
Once
you are infected the virus of genital herpes remains in your body
for life.
Most
of the time the virus remains inactive.
Genital
herpes cannot be cured. However, antiviral treatment can relieve the
symptoms.
Medication
can quickly relieve the pain and discomfort during an outbreak, and
can shorten healing time.
Patients
can use daily suppressive therapy, which may reduce the frequency
of recurrence in patients with frequent genital herpes outbreaks.
For maximum
benefit during recurrences, start therapy as soon as the tingling,
burning, or itching begins, or as soon as you notice blisters.
Most
people who have herpes will experience some outbreaks. But over time,
outbreaks tend to become milder and sores may heal faster.
Once
you are infected, the virus remains in the body for the rest of your
life even if you never experience another outbreak.
You can
see more related information at:
How
is herpes
formed?
Genital
Herpes
