Genital Herpes & HSV
For educational purposes only — not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider. For adults 18+.
A herpes diagnosis can feel overwhelming — but it's extremely common and very manageable. This calm guide explains HSV-1 and HSV-2, outbreaks, and how people live well with it.
What HSV-1 and HSV-2 are, how herpes spreads, recognising outbreaks, the role of antiviral treatment, reducing transmission, and talking to a partner with confidence.
What's inside
- →HSV-1 vs HSV-2 — what they are
- →How it spreads — and when
- →Recognising outbreaks — the signs
- →Antiviral treatment — how it helps
- →Reducing transmission — sensible steps
- →Telling a partner — with confidence
For educational purposes only
This guide is educational information about sexual health for adults — it is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and it is not a substitute for care from a qualified doctor or sexual-health clinic. It does not diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. See a doctor or clinic for testing, diagnosis, contraception advice, and treatment, and do not start or stop any medication without medical advice. Regular STI testing is an important part of sexual health. Seek prompt medical care for severe pelvic or genital pain, signs of infection (fever, unusual discharge, or sores), or any reaction to medication; in a medical emergency, call 911.