During the treatment of genital herpes, good care should be taken, and these four precautions should be kept in mind during the treatment of genital herpes

For first-time genital herpes patients, as long as the golden period of treatment is grasped, the condition can be completely cured. If it occurs repeatedly, it will not only cause physical and mental distress, but also lead to malignant transformation. Patients should not be careless during treatment and choose scientific and formal methods for treatment.

What precautions should be taken during the treatment of genital herpes?

1. Pay attention to sexual activity

Patients should avoid engaging in improper sexual behavior and unclean sexual activity during treatment, and both spouses should go to the hospital for corresponding examinations and treatment at the same time. Patients should have a correct attitude towards their illness and should not abandon themselves simply because it is difficult to treat the condition. Patients can choose a regular hospital for corresponding examinations and treatment, establish confidence in overcoming the disease, and actively cooperate with doctors to prevent the recurrence of the disease and shorten the duration of the condition.

2. Take good care of the locally damaged area

Genital herpes patients may develop papules and blisters of the size of rice grains in the reproductive area, which can lead to ulceration or erosion. Local areas may experience obvious burning and pain. Usually, it is necessary to maintain local cleanliness, hygiene, and dryness, and not to scratch directly with your hands, otherwise it will trigger infection and worsen the damage. Use physiological saline for daily cleaning. If the pain is severe, choose painkillers under the guidance of a doctor, and provide mental support and comfort.

3. Preventing the recurrence of the condition

Genital herpes patients who experience excessive fatigue, excessive alcohol consumption, intense ultraviolet radiation in the affected area, exposure to rain, skin damage, or friction can all cause genital herpes to roll up and worsen the condition. Therefore, it is important to actively prevent colds, avoid overwork, balance work and rest, and not stay in air-conditioned rooms for long periods of time. Pay attention to personal hygiene, keep the genitals clean and dry, take more baths to reduce the growth of bacteria, and do not share bathtubs or towels with others. Use clean water to clean the external genitalia every day.

4. Adjusting Your Diet

During the activity period of genital herpes, try to eat less spicy and greasy foods as much as possible, otherwise it will cause heat injection and spread, thereby exacerbating local inflammation. During the stable period of the virus, one can eat more foods rich in vitamins and protein, and exercise more to enhance their physical fitness. Eat less stimulating, starchy, and sugary foods, eat more green leafy vegetables and fruits, and replenish enough water.