Herpes Screening & Testing

What Is Herpes?

Herpes is a Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD). It affects both men and women. There are two types of herpes – genital herpes and oral herpes.

Herpes Causes

Genital herpes is caused by two types of viruses – herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2).

Oral herpes is usually caused by HSV-1.

In addition, oral herpes can be spread from the mouth to the genitals through oral sex.

Herpes Symptoms

Herpes symptoms may be difficult to identify.

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most people who have genital herpes have no symptoms or have very mild symptoms. You may not notice mild symptoms or you may mistake them for another skin condition, such as a pimple or ingrown hair. Because of this, most people who have herpes do not know it.

Genital Herpes Pictures

Warning: The following pictures may be graphic in nature. Please click at your own discretion.

( Genital Herpes Buttocks )

( Genital Herpes Vagina )

( Genital Herpes Penis )

( Read more on NHS, UK )

Retrieved from the National Health Service, UK.

Herpes Screening & Testing

If you are sexually active, you run the risk of having contracted herpes. As mentioned earlier, symptoms of herpes may be difficult to identify. It is important to go for regular check-ups.

Herpes Treatment & Cures

While there is currently no cure for herpes, there are medications that help to manage its symptoms.

STD Screening Packages

• HIV, Syphilis Screening Package – $25
• Herpes Screening Package – $60
• Gonorrhea, Chlamydia Screening Package – $90

*Normal consultation charges ($25-$30) apply
*Prices are for indicated services only, additional tests and medication are chargeable separately