Outbreaks of genital herpes can vary greatly from person to person - and from one episode to the next.
They can be mild for one individual and severe for another.
Symptoms may last for up to 3 to 4 weeks, but they usually heal within 2 to 12 days.
Symptoms may include the following:
One or more sores, blisters, cuts, pimples, bumps or a rash
- Itching, burning or tingling in the genital area · Aches or pains in the genital area
- Flu-like symptoms (headache, fever, swollen glands in lymph nodes near groin)
- Painful urination and a discharge (vaginal or penile) are possible, but uncommon, symptoms for genital herpes
Many people have outbreaks that heal quickly, cause no pain or occur in an unnoticeable spot.
People sometimes mistake herpes outbreaks for:
- Insect bites
- Jock itch
- Yeast infections
- Ingrown hair follicles
- Abrasions or razor burn
- Hemorrhoids
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