The female symptoms of herpes are not considerably different from the male symptoms of herpes. Early symptoms can include headaches, body aches, an itching or burning feeling at the area the outbreak is expected to penetrate, and possibly fatigue and irritability. These first symptoms can last for a few hours or up to several days.
As the virus progresses into the second stage of female genital herpes, subsequent symptoms will be sores or blisters (possibly a rash) that are red, swollen and painful. It is also possible that only a single sore or blister is apparent. The virus is very contagious as this point and all sexual activity should be avoided to stop herpes transmission. While it is best to keep the outbreak clean and dry during this phase, if you are experiences severe itching or swelling you can use a small amount of tea tree oil (mixed with olive oil) which will numb the area and provide relief. You can find a considerable amount of further information on herpes treatment at http://www.theherpesblog.com.
After several days, or even up to a week or more, the sores will begin to heal and a crust can develop over the blister allowing new skin to form underneath. It is very important to allow the herpes outbreak to heal on it’s own and not to pick or pull at any scab that may be present. At this point, Vitamin E oil can be applied directly to the healing outbreak for both increased healing and relief.
The symptoms of female herpes can be quite painful and stubborn. However, they are not life threatening and should not interfere with any woman having a successful and happy life (including sexuality and pregnancy!). For more information on female genital herpes and support for vaginal herpes and the symptoms of herpes of herpes please visit The Herpes Blog.
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