Because it is viral, once herpes is in your system, it never goes away. May include headaches, fever, burning and tingling sensations. Attacks may become less severe over time. The virus is highly transmissible during outbreaks and pregnant women can pass it to infants during childbirth. Symptoms can be managed but the virus is incurable.
Self care including a healthy diet, exercise, rest, pain relievers, and cool baths can also help.
Infected women are at higher risk for cervical cancer so regular Pap smear should be performed. HPV can be spread even without visible symptoms. Warts may be treated using lasers, freezing, creams or other medications. Some treatments cause discomfort or temporary pain. Attending all follow-up appointments is important.