Cure herpes

Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection that passes easily from one sexual partner to another during oral, anal and vaginal intercourse. Unfortunately, this skin condition can not be cured; it remains active in the body and can erupt days, months, even years after an initial outbreak. The good news for genital herpes sufferers is that anti-viral genital herpes treatments can be used to eradicate symptoms and suppress the virus to an almost dormant state. Genital herpes treatments can't cure herpes but they do allow you to contain the herpes simplex virus to significantly minimise the risk of further outbreaks.

What happens before genital herpes treatments are prescribed?

Tests must be carried out by a registered doctor to assess your condition. If you are diagnosed with herpes the most suitable treatments can then be discussed. You can also make an appointment at a local GUM clinic without needing a referral from your GP. Visiting a GUM clinic does not guarantee you will cure herpes, but it does allow the medical staff to determine if you are suffering from this condition or any other sexually transmitted infections. After various testing is carried out you will be notified of the results soon after.

Choosing genital herpes treatments

Anti-viral medication can be used to get rid of immediate symptoms and to suppress the herpes virus so that your sexual health is no longer at risk. A course of prescription tablets may be given to you by your doctor or the doctor at the GUM clinic to treat your condition. These oral genital herpes treatments are used only to contain the infection and prevent its spread but they can not totally cure herpes. The main genital herpes prescription treatments are Famvir and Valtrex.

Do these treatments work?

Antiviral medication works by stopping the virus from multiplying. Prescription medication is most useful for a first episode of symptoms, although it is also prescribed to help long-term sufferers suppress the virus to a near dormant state. It reduces the severity and duration of symptoms if it is started within 1 week of symptoms starting. A short course of treatment is usually prescribed, but may be extended by a few days if painful symptoms are still developing.

If you have frequent outbreaks of herpes you can take anti-viral medication every day. In most people who take daily genital herpes treatments the recurrences should soon stop altogether or their frequency and severity will be greatly reduced. Unfortunately, treatment will not cure herpes but it may prevent potential outbreaks for years to come.

Can I buy herpes treatments online?

Treatment can be obtained from reputable online clinics to treat the condition, rather than cure herpes. People who are experiencing regular outbreaks or first time symptoms of this infection must complete an online consultation when they place an order for prescription tablets. This process is put in place to ensure you are receiving the right treatment for your condition and that the medication is suitable for you to take. A qualified doctor will assess your condition based on the information you provide in the consultation form, before recommending for you either Valtrex or Famvir.