Blisters on female genitals

The female private parts are very private, and because they are very susceptible to infection, they need to be cleaned and cared for regularly. Some women may find blisters on their genitals when cleaning. In this case, they need to go to the hospital for examination as soon as possible, as it is likely caused by a virus. So, what is the reason for blisters on women's lower body?

1. Source of infection

Humans are the only natural host of the herpes simplex virus. Patients in the acute phase or recovery phase, as well as those infected with the virus without obvious symptoms, are the sources of infection of the disease. It is mainly transmitted through viruses present in blister fluid, local exudate, and the surface of lesioned skin and mucous membranes. The disease is mainly transmitted through sexual intercourse and less commonly through indirect transmission through contaminated objects. In addition, mothers with genital herpes can transmit the virus directly to their newborns through the birth canal during delivery, or if they become ill during pregnancy, the virus can be transmitted to the fetus through the placenta.

Infected people mainly transmit the disease to their sexual partners through sexual contact. Men who have sex with men are also at great risk of infection. Sometimes a person with herpes on or around the lips can infect their partner with genital herpes through oral-genital sex. Therefore, different types of heterosexual or homosexual sexual behaviors can spread genital herpes. Since infectious viruses can survive for several hours in moist environments, indirect transmission via fomites is also possible in rare cases.

treat

The main treatment is antiviral treatment. The purpose of treatment is mainly to relieve symptoms, reduce pain, shorten the course of the disease and prevent secondary infection. Current treatments are still unable to completely eliminate the virus and prevent recurrences.

(1) Mainly keep the area clean and dry. It can be washed with isotonic saline every day. Those who suffer from pain can take oral painkillers and provide mental comfort.

(2) For patients with concurrent bacterial infection, antibiotic ointment can be applied externally.

(3) For those with obvious local pain, 5% lidocaine hydrochloride ointment can be applied externally or oral analgesics can be taken.

(4) Psychological support: explaining the nature of the disease, the causes of relapse, and how to treat and deal with it, so as to enhance confidence in fighting the disease.

2. Antiviral drug treatment

Recommended treatment options include: acyclovir, oral, 5 times a day; or acyclovir, oral, 3 times a day; or valacyclovir, oral, 2 times a day; or famciclovir, oral, 3 times a day. If it is a new onset of genital herpes, the course of treatment is 7 to 10 days; for recurrent genital herpes, the course of treatment is 5 days. Those with frequent relapses may need to take a lower dose for a longer period of time.