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Which of the following is a common symptom of genital herpes?
Which of the following is a common symptom of genital herpes?
- Joint pain
- Chronic cough
- Painful blisters in the genital area (correct)
- Blurred vision
What is a common diagnostic procedure used to confirm genital herpes?
What is a common diagnostic procedure used to confirm genital herpes?
- Colonoscopy
- MRI of the brain
- Mammogram
- Blood test for HSV antibodies (correct)
What is a key principle in the treatment guidelines for genital herpes management?
What is a key principle in the treatment guidelines for genital herpes management?
- Applying heat to the affected area
- Antibiotics are the mainstay of treatment
- Starting antiviral therapy early can help shorten the duration of symptoms (correct)
- Avoiding all physical activities
Which of the following is NOT a typical clinical manifestation of genital herpes?
Which of the following is NOT a typical clinical manifestation of genital herpes?
What is a common side effect of traditional treatment options for genital herpes?
What is a common side effect of traditional treatment options for genital herpes?
Which of the following statements is true about the diagnostic procedures for genital herpes?
Which of the following statements is true about the diagnostic procedures for genital herpes?
What is the purpose of HSV antibodies in the body?
What is the purpose of HSV antibodies in the body?
How does HSV affect pregnant individuals?
How does HSV affect pregnant individuals?
What is a potential risk if HSV infects the brain and spinal cord?
What is a potential risk if HSV infects the brain and spinal cord?
Which antiviral medications are FDA-approved for genital herpes?
Which antiviral medications are FDA-approved for genital herpes?
How does suppressive therapy impact genital herpes recurrences?
How does suppressive therapy impact genital herpes recurrences?
What is the primary purpose of systemic antiviral drugs in managing genital herpes?
What is the primary purpose of systemic antiviral drugs in managing genital herpes?
What is the typical timeframe for the first outbreak of genital herpes after sexual contact?
What is the typical timeframe for the first outbreak of genital herpes after sexual contact?
Which symptom may accompany the first outbreak of genital herpes?
Which symptom may accompany the first outbreak of genital herpes?
What is a common sign of genital herpes that some people notice before the outbreak?
What is a common sign of genital herpes that some people notice before the outbreak?
Which complication is more likely to develop in individuals with both HIV and genital herpes?
Which complication is more likely to develop in individuals with both HIV and genital herpes?
What type of test looks for genetic material from HSV in a sample?
What type of test looks for genetic material from HSV in a sample?
Which diagnostic procedure involves growing cells from a sample in a lab and then checking for HSV?
Which diagnostic procedure involves growing cells from a sample in a lab and then checking for HSV?
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