Genital Herpes Outbreaks: How To Get Rid Of Them Quickly & Safely

How can you manage a genital herpes outbreak quickly and safely in Europe?Genital herpes outbreaks explained: HSV-2 and HSV-1, symptom stages, antiviral treatment, recurrence triggers, and clinical assessment.In this episode, we outline how genital herpes outbreaks develop and how treatment is evaluated during an online consultation in the EU.You’ll learn:• The difference between primary and recurrent outbreaks• Typical symptoms: tingling, painful blisters, ulcers, swollen lymph nodes• How antiviral medications such as aciclovir or valaciclovir work• When treatment is most effective (early symptom recognition)• Common triggers for recurrence, including stress or illness• When suppressive therapy may be considered• Situations where treatment requests may be declined pending confirmationWe explain how doctors assess symptom timing, lesion appearance (including photo review where appropriate), recurrence frequency, pregnancy status, immune health, and co-infection risk before prescribing. Not all genital lesions are caused by herpes, and accurate diagnosis is important before treatment.This episode reflects the clinical standards used by Mobi Doctor, where STI-related consultations are reviewed by a registered physician in line with EU medical guidance.Read the full guide and transcript here:https://www.mobidoctor.eu/blog/genital-herpes-outbreaks-how-to-get-rid-of-them-quickly-safely