Identifying genital herpes symptoms in men could be rather tricky for the untrained eye - especially the initial herpes outbreak - due to individual uniqueness and the stage in which the virus is identified. Research has shown herpes to lie dormant from human birth only to emerge later in life with symptoms ranging from mild to severe. For this reason, if you suspect the presence of herpes, it is recommended that you get tested immediately. Genital herpes symptoms are not always typical and it is only through clinical testing, that other sexually transmitted diseases can be ruled out. Furthermore, testing for STDs will rule out other viruses or infections which may produce symptoms that appear to be similar to genital herpes. Once the presence of herpes virus is detected, it never goes away. There is no known cure for this infection, and immediate medication must be prescribed to control and treat the initial herpes outbreak. After that, the use of medication is totally up to you, but studies have shown prescription drugs (with side-effects) and natural/herbal medication to reduce breakouts and prevent recurrences. Here are some of the most common genital herpes symptoms in men:
- Painful clusters of red bumps in the infected area
- Unusual swelling, itching, or a tingling sensation in the genital area
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Painful urination
- Fatigue with fever and headache
- Fever blisters or cold sores on the mouth and additional sores on or around the penile area
Genital herpes symptoms are atypical and may not occur right away, typically amongst individuals born with the virus. For men born with the virus, identification is hard to accomplish until the latter stages of progression. The early warning signs in men usually go unnoticed or they are dismissed as symptoms of other STDs. In most cases, the genital herpes symptoms occur in men, after the virus has already invaded their system. There are two types of herpes simplex virus, HSV-1 and HSV-2. HSV type 2 is the one that most common form of genital herpes. You can get HSV-2, from sexual contact with anyone who has genital herpes. HSV-1 is the form of the herpes virus that is responsible for cold sores on or around mouth, also known as "fever blisters." Cold sores have similar symptoms as the initial genital herpes outbreaks. However, cold sores are a form of HSV-1 and should not be confused with genital herpes. Identifying herpes early could help reduce the pain associated with the herpes initial outbreak. If you are unable to identify the virus at first glance you should visit your local health clinic as soon as possible. Once treated with medication, healing time could take anywhere from 72 hours to 2 weeks depending on the severity. However, the initial outbreak is the longest and most painful, but there are ways to reduce outbreaks and send it into remission. Do keep in mind, there is no cure and the herpes virus can reoccur at any time. Symptoms may appear briefly and then disappear. Your best defense is being proactive with natural medications that don't put further stress on the body. Genital herpes is a disease that will lie dormant in your cells, but it will be a lifetime issue.
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