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Genital herpes
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) passed on through vaginal, anal and oral sex. Treatment from a sexual health clinic can help. Symptoms clear up on their own but can come back.
Check if you have genital herpes
Symptoms of genital herpes include:
- small blisters that burst to leave red, open sores around your genitals, anus, thighs or bottom – the sores may be less red on brown or black skin
- tingling, burning or itching around your genitals
- pain when you pee
- discharge that is not usual for you
Non-urgent advice: Go to a sexual health clinic as soon as possible if:
- you have symptoms of genital herpes
Go even if you have not had sex for a long time, as blisters can take months or years to appear.
Information:
Why you should go to a sexual health clinic
You can see a GP, but they'll probably refer you to a sexual health clinic if they think you might have genital herpes.
Sexual health clinics treat problems with the genitals and urine system.
Many sexual health clinics offer a walk-in service, where you do not need
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