Genital Herpes

Genital herpes is caused by a virus called the herpes simplex virus or HSV. This virus has 2 strains namely HSV-1 and the other is HSV-2; HSV-1 being less serious than HSV-2. Genital herpes is an STD (that is sexually transmitted disease), the symptoms of which may differ from person to person. The initial outbreak of the symptoms is seen within the first 2 weeks of the acquiring the infection. Some people may show no symptoms at all, even for months or years and may not know about the infection. Others may experience mild symptoms like cold sores or severe symptoms like ulcers or painful blisters. Valtrex and Famvir can help in the treatment of Genital herpes.

Valtrex is an effective anti-viral agent which is used effectively in the treatment of symptoms associated with genital herpes. Genital herpes is a condition that is more common in those women and men who are sexually-active. It is also effective against several other viruses. It is used in treating adults as well as children. It is effective in treating cold sores, chicken-pox and shingles also. The treatment with Valtrex must be started immediately after the symptoms of genital herpes appear. The condition cannot be cured but the symptoms can be controlled and eliminated. Also, the drug is helpful in suppressing the virus. It is a prescription drug.

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Famvir is an anti-viral agent which is used as a preventive drug for the symptoms of genital herpes. These symptoms may include red blisters, blemishes or sores appearing around genital area, anus or thigh. It belongs to the drug class known as nucleoside analogs. It is not a cure for the condition but it helps in controlling and reducing the symptoms of the infection caused by HSV. The drug is also used in the treatment of other viruses or several skin conditions which include chicken-pox, shingles or cold sores. Famvir is a prescription drug and patients must adhere to the dosage schedule prescribed by their physician.

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