There is no cure for genital herpes. There are, however, medications that you can use to treat the symptoms and help prevent future outbreaks. Managing genital herpes includes changing your lifestyle habits as well.
Treatment involves the following:
There are no surgical options for the treatment of genital herpes.
Last reviewed March 2007 by David Horn, MD, FACP
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