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Does genital itching occur on and off throughout the 2-3 week period of genital herpes outbreak?

LP
08/06/08
LP
Topics:Genital Herpes

Or does itching/burning occur only in the initial stages before sores/bumps form?  After they form - does the itching/burning continue?

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Julia
Thursday, September 11, 2008

Thank you for your question. Check out this article that details symtptoms of a genital herpes outbreak. It is best to contact a doctor if you are concerned about any symptoms related to herpes or another medical condition.

 

 

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