Genital Herpes: Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention!

Genital herpes is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV) and can lead to painful sores or blisters. While there's no permanent cure, there are effective ways to manage and treat the symptoms.

Here are some steps you can follow to help treat genital herpes and feel better

Keep the Area Clean

It's essential to keep the affected area clean to prevent the blisters from getting infected. Wash the area gently with plain water or salt water. This helps remove any bacteria and reduces irritation.

Use Petroleum Jelly or Painkilling Cream

You can apply petroleum jelly (like Vaseline) to the sores to keep them moisturized and prevent them from becoming too dry and cracked. For added relief, use a painkilling cream containing lidocaine. This helps numb the area and makes it easier to manage pain, especially when peeing.

Pee While Pouring Water

Urinating can be painful when you have genital herpes. To ease this, try peeing while pouring water over your genitals. This helps dilute the urine, making it less painful as it passes over the sores.

Use Honey

Honey has antiviral and soothing properties that can help heal sores faster. Applying honey to the blisters can help speed up recovery and reduce inflammation.

Take Zinc Supplements

Zinc has antiviral properties and can support your immune system. Zinc helps reduce the severity of herpes outbreaks by interfering with the virus’s ability to replicate.

Use Garlic

Garlic contains a compound called allicin, which has strong antiviral effects. Eating garlic or applying it topically to the affected area can help reduce symptoms and speed up the healing process.

By following these steps, you can manage the symptoms of genital herpes and feel more comfortable while you heal. 

Always consult a doctor for personalized treatment advice.

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