Genital ulcers could be one of many sexually transmitted diseases or an infection that is not transmitted by sex. An expert walks you through a case. This is the first of a three-part series on ...

Fewer U.S. teenagers and adults have the virus that causes genital herpes, but health experts said Monday they were troubled by the recent resurgence in syphilis, especially among gay and bisexual men ...

The rise of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) continues to pose threats. The prevalence of one uncurable STI in particular – genital herpes simplex virus (HSV) type 1 and 2 – is at a global high, ...

Some of the following factors may trigger genital herpes symptoms: Remember that triggers may not be the same for everyone, and doctors are not certain how much lifestyle affects herpes symptoms. If ...

Around one in every five people aged below 50 around the world is infected with incurable genital herpes, researchers have newly estimated. According to a new paper in the journal Sexually Transmitted ...

Genital herpes is a common and incurable sexually transmitted disease (STD). It’s so prevalent in the United States that about 1 in 6 people ages 14 to 49 have it. More American women than men have ...

The negative part of marrying your friend no one told you about Genital herpes is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD) that can be gotten by any sexually active person. Genital herpes is a ...

Symptoms of genital herpes in males may include bumps or blisters on the penis, scrotum, or anus. However, it is possible to have the virus without symptoms. Antiviral medications may help if symptoms ...

A genital herpes outbreak can start out mild but become more severe. You may experience itchy bumps or painful blisters, depending on the stage of your outbreak. Genital herpes is a sexually ...

Brandi Jones has over two decades of experience as a nurse in an acute care setting. Her clinical background includes pediatrics, medical-surgical, and women's health. She also specializes in ...

Genital herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases in the U.S. It is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Most cases of genital herpes are caused by infection by the herpes ...