Same-day genital herpes treatment online

Genital herpes is caused by direct skin‑to‑skin contact with an infected person, even if they have no visible symptoms. Transmission can occur through vaginal, anal, or oral sex. HSV‑1 can also cause genital symptoms, especially via oral‑genital contact. The virus enters through mucous membranes or minor skin breaks and travels to nerve cells where it remains dormant. Recurrences can be triggered by stress, illness, hormonal changes, or skin irritation. Transmission risk remains even during asymptomatic periods.

Treatment depends on severity and frequency:

• Mild/episodic outbreaks (infrequent, mild symptoms):
  Over‑the‑counter options like pain relievers (ibuprofen, acetaminophen), warm baths, topical soothing agents. For medical management, start antiviral therapy at the first sign of symptoms:
  • Acyclovir initial therapy: 200 mg orally every 4 hours (five times daily) for 10 days.
  • Famciclovir: Recurrent episodes 1 g twice in one day; suppressive therapy 250 mg twice daily.
  • Valacyclovir: Initial episode 1 g twice daily for 10 days; recurrences 500 mg twice daily for 3 days; suppressive therapy 1 g once daily (or 500 mg once daily if ≤9 recurrences/year).
• Frequent or severe recurrences (≥4/year or severe symptoms):
  Suppressive therapy with daily antivirals is recommended:
  • Acyclovir: For suppressive therapy in frequent recurrences, use acyclovir 400 mg orally twice daily.
  • Valacyclovir: 500 mg once daily (1 g for those with >9 recurrences/year)
  • Famciclovir: dosing per doctor’s guidance. Suppressive treatment reduces outbreak frequency (by ~80%) and lowers transmission risk.
• Severe initial episode:
  Standard dosing for 7–10 days:
  • Acyclovir: 400 mg TID
  • Valacyclovir: 1 g TID
  • Famciclovir: 1 g BID.

You should seek medical attention in the following situations:

First-time outbreak
If you’ve never been diagnosed and experience your first outbreak—blisters, ulcers, flu-like symptoms—get evaluated. Early diagnosis confirms HSV and helps initiate prompt treatment.

Frequent or severe recurrences (≥ 4 per year)
Multiple outbreaks or worsening symptoms may indicate a need for daily suppressive therapy.

Severe symptoms or complications
These include:

• High fever
• Severe pain or tingling in legs, buttocks, or genital region (prodrome)
• Urinary retention from painful periurethral lesions
• Signs of meningitis, encephalitis, or systemic infection (e.g. confusion, altered consciousness)

Pregnancy or planning pregnancy
Essential to report HSV history or suspected symptoms. Starting suppressive antiviral treatment at 36 weeks reduces neonatal risk. Active lesions at labor may necessitate cesarean section.

Immune suppression or comorbid conditions
People with HIV, receiving chemotherapy, or using immunosuppressants must seek care early to prevent severe or systemic HSV complications.

1. Visit Klarity’s homepage to begin: https://www.helloklarity.com/
2. Book a same‑day online appointment with a Klarity provider experienced in STIs.
3. Consult virtually, describe your symptoms/outbreak history.
4. If indicated, the provider writes a prescription during the visit.
5. Pick up at a local pharmacy or arrange for delivery.
6. Follow up online if side effects persist or outbreaks recur.