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What is Genital Herpes?

Genital herpes is a very common sexually transmitted infection (STI) known to be caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). It can cause blisters on and around the genitals which can be particularly painful. The virus can also affect other mucous membranes in the body, for example in the mouth, where it can manifest as cold sores.

There are 2 types of herpes virus, known as type 1 and type 2, both of which are very contagious. Some people may be unaware that they are infected with the virus, as they may not have any initial symptoms. The condition may however still be passed on during intimate sexual activity, even if there are no symptoms. The virus can lie dormant in the body after the initial outbreak and can cause further outbreaks usually activated by triggers such as stress. There is no cure for herpes, but antiviral tablets are used to alleviate the symptoms of herpes when you have an outbreak. Herpes suppression treatment courses are also available.

Anytime Doctor provides a regulated specialist service for people who have been diagnosed with herpes or people who recognise the symptoms of herpes after having had a previous episode in the past. If in doubt, please order a postal test kit before requesting treatment. This service also allows you to obtain herpes treatment in advance so you can be ready for your next herpes outbreak.

All services provided by Anytime Doctor are safe, fast and confidential. You can obtain treatment within the privacy of your home and without the inconvenience of waiting for an appointment.

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  • Genuine medication prescribed and dispensed by UK GPs and pharmacy
  • Free next day UK delivery
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  • Antiviral drug used to stop the herpes simplex from multiplying
  • Suitable for acute therapy used for current outbreaks
  • Also available as suppressive therapy for chronic herpes, where a lower total dose is taken each day
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  • A urine screen should not be used if there are visible lesions
  • The primary recommendation for diagnosing herpes is a swab from active lesions
  • Latest PCR (polymerase chain reaction) laboratory tests conducted on a single urine sample

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Complete a free online medical consultation. Your answers provide our doctors with the information they need to safely recommend the right treatment for you.

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A doctor will review your consultation and, if it is safe to do so, approve you for treatment. Our doctors will suggest suitable treatment options, including dosage and treatment duration. Select your medicine and complete your order using our secure payment system.

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All prescriptions are sent electronically to our UK based partner pharmacy, ready for dispatch. Our partner pharmacy is regulated by the General Pharmaceutical Council and only dispenses genuine branded medicines licensed for use in the UK.

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Medicines require a signature upon delivery. Most orders are dispensed and dispatched for delivery the next working day. All orders are sent using discrete packaging with no mention of Anytime Doctor or the parcel content. Upgrade to same day delivery for orders within the M25.

All of our prices are fully inclusive. When buying your treatment online our price includes the cost of the consultation, the issuing of a private prescription, dispensing of the medicine itself, free delivery and doctor after-care. There are no hidden extras.

We aim to offer you similar pattern of healthcare as if you were to visit your normal GP for a face to face consultation. We believe it is important that you complete a medical consultation to ensure that the treatment option you are requesting is appropriate for your needs. Our GMC registered doctors are also able to suggest treatment options for you if you prefer. Once a doctor has approved you for treatment all prices are clearly displayed. Your medical consultation and registration is free and you are under no obligation to purchase any treatment after your consultation.

In order to manage some conditions online, we are required to inform your GP about the medicine you have been prescribed. This will be clearly highlighted during your consultation. We will not contact or share this information with your GP without your consent. You are required to provide consent each time you order, so you remain in full control of when we contact your GP on your behalf.

Your Anytime Doctor medical record is confidential and securely stored on our UK data servers. We will never share your details unless you expressly ask us to do so.

It is common not to experience symptoms when first exposed to the virus. Symptoms can sometimes take months or even years to appear. However, the symptoms of a primary infection of genital herpes can include:

  • small blisters around genitals, thighs, buttocks and rectum
  • blisters that burst to leave red, open sores
  • vaginal discharge in women
  • pain when urinating
  • flu-like symptoms

Subsequent outbreaks are usually less severe, as your body will have protective antibodies and can better fight the virus. Initial symptoms of a recurrent outbreak usually start with a tingling or burning sensation before the blisters appear.

There is no cure to herpes, however it is possible to decrease the discomfort of a herpes outbreak by using herpes treatment in the form of tablets or cream. If you suffer from repeated herpes outbreaks (more than 5 per year) you should consider suppression therapy for chronic genital herpes. This is a lower dose of antiviral drugs taken every day for six to 12 months.

Both cold sores and genital herpes are caused by the same herpes simplex viruses. As well as being able to transmit the infection from the lips of one person to the lips of another, or person to person between genital areas, it is also possible to pass the infection between the genital area and the lips.

The herpes virus is transmitted by close skin-to-skin contact with someone who has the infection. This usually occurs during vaginal, anal or oral sex.

If you have sex with someone with obvious herpes sores then you can easily become infected with the virus. It is therefore very important that you do not have sexual intercourse whilst you have active lesions. However the herpes virus is not always obvious and many people are unaware they are infected with HSV. Surprisingly, despite the lack of sores the virus can still be active. This is how most people get infected.

You will need to inform your sexual partner(s) - including future sexual partners - that you are have herpes, as it is very easy to transmit the virus.

The first episode usually takes 2 to 20 days to occur after the initial contact, but occasionally symptoms may not occur until months or even years later.

Recurrent outbreaks occur in most, but not all people. They can even happen years after the first outbreak.

Last reviewed & updated  08/04/2020   Authored  18/09/2009

How our service works

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    Complete a free online consultation

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    Choose your preferred treatment

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    Prescription issued by a GMC registered doctor

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    Medicine delivered the next day

Why choose Anytime Doctor

  • UK based doctors and patient co-ordinators
  • Genuine & licensed medicines only
  • No hidden fees
  • Free discrete delivery
  • Genuine medication prescribed and dispensed by UK GPs and pharmacy
  • Free next day UK delivery
  • Discrete service, no face to face appointments needed
View Treatment Options

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