Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted viral infection
which may continue as a life-long condition. Apart from taking some pain-killers like
ibufren, some simple self-care measures should be adopted to reduce
discomfort, e.g.
a) keep the infected part clean and
dry;
b) use ice packs for local
application;
c) bathe the affected area with warm saline
water 3 times a day;
d) avoid food rich in fat and
sugar;
e) wear loose-fitting cotton
garments;
f) avoid sexual (especially oral) intercourse
until the sores are fully healed.
Genital herpes, caused by
Herpes Simplex Virus, can never be fully cured as the virus stays
back life-long. So every possible care should be taken to prevent its onset, and to
check the spread of infection.
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