1. Genital Herpes Francesca Caliguire Senior Health 12 Block 4A March 4 2016 1

2. Definition of Genital Herpes Genital herpes is an STD caused by two types of viruses. The viruses are called herpes simplex type 1 and herpes simplex type 2. It is genetic the mother can pass it to her baby if not treated properly 2

3. General Facts about Genital Herpes Genital herpes is common in the United States. In the United States, about one out of every six people aged 14 to 49 years have genital herpes. No people don't USUally die from the disease Is it increasing or decreasing? Men and women can get genital herpes 3

4. Causes & Risk Factors for Genital Herpes Having vaginal, anal, or oral sex with someone who has the disease. You can also get herpes from an infected sex partner who does not have a visible sore or who may not know he or she is infected because the virus can be released through your skin and spread the infection to your partner 4

5. Preventing Genital Herpes You usually don't notice the symptoms of genital herpes unless you go to your doctor and ask to do a test for genital herpes It is highly recommended that you avoid having oral, vaginal or anal sex and be abstinent. Some partners choose to use condoms during sexual intercourse but the risk is still there. 5

6. Symptoms of Genital Herpes Blisters on or around the genitals, rectum or mouth Fever Body aches Swollen glands 6

7. Medical Tests Often times, your healthcare provider can diagnose genital herpes by simply looking at your symptoms. Providers can also take a sample from the sore(s) and test it. 7

8. Treatment for Genital Herpes No Yes No 8

9. Complications of Genital Herpes Positive outlook because they know that they can't die from it You usually don't die form genital herpes If not treated correctly, it can get worse. There is no cure for herpes. However, there are medicines that can prevent or shorten outbreaks. One of these herpes medicines can be taken daily, and makes it less likely that you will pass the infection on to your partner. Yes. These include bladder problems and newborn infections 9

10. Genital Herpes Picture 10

11. Summary of Genital Herpes It is one of the more common STD's that cannot be cured Even if you don't think you have genital herpes p, it does not hurt to go and get checked so you can have an open mind and have a plan to counteract it so it doesn't spread to your parter or baby … 11

12. Web Resources for Genital Herpes CDC. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Web address:http://www.cdc.gov/std/herpes/stdfact- herpes.htm Health central http://www.healthcentral.com/genital- herpes/c/18559/63258/attitude/ 12