What is genital herpes?
Genital herpes is usually caused by human herpesviruses 2 (HSV-2) but some cases are caused by HSV-1. Blister-like lesions develop in the genital area within 4-7 days after initial exposure and slowly heal over one to two weeks. The virus remains in the body and recurrent outbreaks can occur.
How do members experience genital herpes?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with genital herpes*
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for genital herpes*
*Data from patients with genital herpes, who have ever reported treatments, ordered by their reporting frequency during the last 5 years.
Compare treatments taken by people with genital herpes*
*Data from patients with genital herpes, who have ever reported treatments, ordered by their reporting frequency during the last 5 years.
Who has genital herpes on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 14 | |
| 20s | 83 | |
| 30s | 130 | |
| 40s | 130 | |
| 50s | 115 | |
| 60s | 82 | |
| 70+ | 28 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 164 | |
| Female | 399 |