While some people with herpes Shingles never experience symptoms, others may develop symptoms within a few weeks of infection.

Most people notice a cluster or cluster of blisters or ulcers (lesions). These lesions will burn and be painful. They can appear on the buttocks, anus, or thighs, the vulva or vagina in women, and the penis or scrotum in men.

Often, before the lesions appear, patients describe a prodrome characterized by a tingling or burning sensation in the area where the lesions will develop, which can be felt during urination, along with itching or genital discomfort.

You may also experience the following symptoms:

• Blisters on the mouth or lips

• Fever, headache or joint pain

• Problems with urination

Symptoms of herpes shingles often go away and then recur. For most people, the first outbreak is the worst and can last two to three weeks. Future emergencies are usually less severe and do not last long. Still, some people spread the virus on a regular basis.

The following triggers can make a breakout more likely:

• Viral or bacterial infection

• Menstrual period

• emphasize

Recurrent genital herpes is most common in the first year after the initial infection and decreases over time.

In many cases, anti-herpes medications can help patients. If a person develops prodrome and suspects that a relapse is imminent, they start taking anti herpes medication to relieve symptoms and shorten the onset time.

Can treatment help prevent multiple genital herpes outbreaks?

Suppressive therapy can treat frequent attacks. Taking small doses of anti-herpes drugs every day can reduce the number of outbreaks by more than 90%. You can take suppressive therapy long-term or tape it off gradually.

Do herpes Shingles medicines have side effects?

Medications used to treat herpes have very few side effects. There were no major complications associated with these drugs.