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Expert Answers To Common Questions About Genital Herpes

Expert Answers To Common Questions About Genital Herpes

Updated: 19/04/2024

Discover scientifically grounded answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about genital herpes in our latest guide from our experts.

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Herpes: Everything You Need to Know

Herpes: Everything You Need to Know

Updated: 16/02/2022

Herpes is a deeply misunderstood condition that the vast majority of human beings have in some form. It is supposedly ‘incurable’, but can it be treated? We reveal all in our ultimate guide.

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10 min read
Genital Herpes: Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

Genital Herpes: Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

Updated: 24/02/2023

Here is everything you need to know about HSV-2, to help you better manage symptoms and prevent future outbreaks.

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7 min read
The Five Stages of a Genital Herpes Outbreak

The Five Stages of a Genital Herpes Outbreak

Updated: 28/11/2023

HSV-2 goes through multiple stages during each outbreak, where symptoms alter and evolve depending on the stage of the infection. Understand what each of these stages involve and what symptoms to expect in this expert guide.

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10 min read
Living with Herpes: Advice, Dating and Treatments

Living with Herpes: Advice, Dating and Treatments

Updated: 05/05/2022

Here’s what you need to know about herpes, from talking to a partner to treating the outbreaks.

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10 min read
How To Manage Genital Herpes

How To Manage Genital Herpes

Updated: 26/10/2023

Learn how to manage genital herpes using three research-based methods in this expert guide to herpes management

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7 min read
5 Common Myths About Herpes

5 Common Myths About Herpes

Updated: 24/04/2024

The herpes virus affects the majority of us, so join us as we clear up some of the most common herpes myths and misconceptions.

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9 min read
Your Guide To Treating and Suppressing Herpes

Your Guide To Treating and Suppressing Herpes

Updated: 23/11/2021

The herpes simplex virus (HSV) is highly common in the UK, so knowing which treatment is best for you is essential.

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15 min read
Is the sun triggering your herpes outbreak?

Is the sun triggering your herpes outbreak?

Updated: 27/04/2022

Here’s why you might get more herpes outbreaks in the summer.

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7 min read
Herpes: do you need to tell your partner?

Herpes: do you need to tell your partner?

Updated: 24/11/2020

What should you tell you partner about your diagnosis?

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4 min read