Genital herpes is a common sexually transmissible infection (STI) caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV). Clinically, the infection presents with genital ulcers but may also be asymptomatic. The risk of genital HSV infection is associated with increasing number of sex partners, previous infection with another STI and female sex. The cornerstone of treatment is systemic antivirals such as acyclovir. Counselling on transmission and recurrence risks is essential, and psychological distress is often a consequence of the disease.
生殖器疱疹是一种由单纯疱疹病毒（HSV）引起的常见性传播感染（STI）。临床上，该感染表现为生殖器溃疡，但也可能无症状。生殖器HSV感染的风险与性伴侣数量增加、既往感染其他性传播感染以及女性性别有关。治疗的基石是全身性抗病毒药物，如阿昔洛韦。关于传播和复发风险的咨询至关重要，心理困扰往往是该疾病的一个后果。
