Genital Herpes Prevention Singapore | HIV PEP
Genital Herpes Prevention in Singapore: Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease caused by a virus. Painful sores appear on the genitals. Sexual contact is the main route of viral spread.
Prevention of genital herpes
Like other sexually transmitted disease, the suggestions for preventing the genital herpes are:
- Abstain from sexual activities
- If you do choose to have sex, limit the number of sexual partners or maintain a mutually monogamous sexual relationship.
- Make sure to use a latex condom every time you have sex.
- Notify your sex partner if you are diagnosed with genital herpes.
- If you are pregnant and if you suspect genital herpes infection, inform your doctor and get tested right away to prevent complications during the delivery. Your doctor may recommend cesarean delivery instead of vaginal birth, to reduce the risk of passing viral infection to your baby.