- [Narrator] Would you know
if you had genital herpes? You might think so. But the truth is many
people don't have any idea they have this sexually
transmitted infection. Some people don't have any symptoms at all but when symptoms do appear, they can be painful and frustrating. Not to mention highly contagious. So it's important to know what to look for and when to see a doctor. Number one, the main symptom
of genital herpes is painful, fluid-filled blisters. They can appear anywhere on your genitals including the penis, scrotum,
vagina, anus, or buttocks. You might also see them on your lips and mouth from oral sex. The appearance of these
blisters means you're having what is known as a
genital herpes outbreak. Your first outbreak could
last from two to four weeks while future outbreaks usually last between three to seven days. Number two, during an outbreak, you might feel like you have the flu. Symptoms can include
fever, swollen lymph nodes, and achy muscles, which indicate that your body is trying
to fight off the virus. Number three, if the blisters
on your genitals break open and start to ooze or bleed,
they can turn into ulcers. Ulcers are open sores that are
slow to scab over and heal. They can be very painful
and sometimes itchy. Number four, you might also
start experiencing pain when you urinate. You could find that you struggle to pee or that you suddenly need
to pee far too often. Number five, and finally, you might feel tingling, itchiness or burning in your genital region. This can happen during an outbreak but it's also common in lead-up to one. For some people, these
sensations are a sign that an outbreak is on its way. Anyone who is sexually active
can contract genital herpes and it's more likely to spread
if you don't use condoms or other barrier methods during sex. If you are experiencing
any of these symptoms or know you've been exposed, it's important to get
tested and seek treatment. (gentle music)