- Manage
- Resources
Can You Get Herpes For Masturbating With Someone’s Underwear?
Herpes - genital; Herpes simplex - genital; Herpesvirus 2; HSV-2
Treatment
Genital herpes cannot be cured. However, antiviral medication can relieve pain and discomfort during an outbreak by healing the sores more quickly. These drugs appear to help during first attacks more than they do in later outbreaks. Medicines used to treat herpes include acyclovir, famciclovir, and valacyclovir.
For repeat outbreaks, start the medication as soon as the tingling, burning, or itching begins,...
Read moreMore information on "Can You Get Herpes For Masturbating With Someone’s Underwear?"
From Our Experts
Manage Your Genital Herpes Symptoms and Outbreaks
Manage Your Genital Herpes Symptoms and Outbreaks Ok, you're in the middle of an outbreak and you‘re in pain! How do you manage the... Read more »
Managing Genital Herpes Symptoms and Outbreaks
OK, you're in the middle of an outbreak and you‘re in pain! How do you manage the uncomfortable and painful symptoms? First, get... Read more »
Transmitting Herpes: How To Protect The Ones You Love
How many of you are TOTALLY confused - and anxious about how herpes is transmitted? Are you afraid that you can give the virus to your... Read more »
Coping with Genital Herpes
I recently logged on to a chat of a bunch of young adults with herpes. Not surprisingly, many of them felt ashamed, frustrated and... Read more »
Getting Diagnosed: "So You Have Herpes"
I'm convinced my Herpes has a mind of its own. The nasty little guy always seems to know when I have an important deadline, get a new... Read more »
From Our Sources
Herpes: Ten Ways to Manage Your Symptoms and Relieve Discomfor...
1. Practice good hygiene. Keep your body clean, wash your hands frequently and try to avoid touching the sores. 2. Take salt baths. This method can... Read more »
Herpes Simplex: Home Remedies and Prevention
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Home RemediesPatients can manage most herpes simplex infections that develop on the skin at home with over-the-counter painkillers and measures to... Read more »
Herpes labialis (oral Herpes simplex)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Herpes labialis is infection of the lips, mouth, or gums with the herpes simplex virus. It leads to the development of small, painful blisters... Read more »
Herpes labialis (oral Herpes simplex)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Cold sore; Fever blister; Herpes simplex - oral; Oral herpes simplexPreventionAvoid direct contact with herpes sores. Minimize the risk of indirect... Read more »
Herpes labialis (oral Herpes simplex)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Cold sore; Fever blister; Herpes simplex - oral; Oral herpes simplexTreatmentUntreated, the symptoms will generally go away in 1 to 2 weeks.... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
