Genital herpes symptoms and treatment
Sexually transmitted diseases can be spread through direct sexual contact, including kissing, touching the genitals or sexual intercourse. Genital herpes is one of the most prevalent STDs experienced by many men and women worldwide.
Genital herpes symptoms can occur several times after the first episode. The first outbreak can become really painful with raw sores in your genitals or other areas in your skin. Certain flu-like symptoms such as swollen glands and fever are also common with herpes. Doctors usually recommend Valtrex for first herpes outbreaks, while Famvir can be helpful for episodic herpes treatment.
Twice a day Valtrex is usually recommended for reducing the severity of a herpes outbreak. This medicine is indicated only for patients with a strong immunological response. It is advisable not to take Valtrex when you have severe kidney conditions or have had bone marrow transplant. The common side effects of valacyclovir include nausea, headache, stomach pain and vomiting.
Famvir is generally recommended for treating recurrent herpes outbreaks. Like Valtrex, this antiviral drug should also be used with safe sex methods to ensure better protection against herpes transmission. You should take Famvir within 6 hours from the onset of genital herpes symptoms. Any further delay may not help you shorten the symptoms.
Many modern experts on STDs recommend ’safer sex’ for better STD management. Safer sex can imply innovative sexual postures which limit direct exposure to genitals. By talking with your partner you can find alternative ways to get cozy with him/her. Remember, abstaining from sex is not the answer to STDs like herpes; make sex in safer ways to win the battle against sexually transmitted infections.