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ReviewDermatologie (Heidelberg, Germany)2026

[Management of genital herpes].

Carla Dewald, Robin Fischer, Daniel Smarsly, Luisa Bopp

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Review in Dermatologie (Heidelberg, Germany), 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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What it found

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

2 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

4 authors.

Carla DewaldMedizinische Fakultät und Uniklinik Köln, Klinik für Dermatologie und Venerologie, Universität zu Köln, Kerpener Str. 62, 50937, Köln, Deutschland.
Robin FischerMedizinische Fakultät und Uniklinik Köln, Klinik für Dermatologie und Venerologie, Universität zu Köln, Kerpener Str. 62, 50937, Köln, Deutschland.
Daniel SmarslyMedizinische Fakultät und Uniklinik Köln, Klinik für Dermatologie und Venerologie, Universität zu Köln, Kerpener Str. 62, 50937, Köln, Deutschland.
Luisa BoppMedizinische Fakultät und Uniklinik Köln, Klinik für Dermatologie und Venerologie, Universität zu Köln, Kerpener Str. 62, 50937, Köln, Deutschland. luisa.bopp@uk-koeln.de.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Genital herpes, caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV), is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide and the leading cause of genital ulcers. The virus is globally primarily transmitted by HSV‑2, although HSV‑1, especially in Europe, is increasingly recognized as a cause of genital first-episode infections. Many infections are asymptomatic, making unnoticed viral shedding the most frequent mode of transmission. Infection is preferably confirmed using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) from intact vesicles. Early and comprehensive patient education regarding symptoms, treatment options, and potential implications for sexual health is of great importance. Antiviral therapy, preferentially with acyclovir and valacyclovir can reduce both the severity and duration of the infection. For recurrent infections, suppressive antiviral treatment is recommended to decrease the frequency of recurrences and the transmission risk. Specific recommendations should be followed for special patient groups such as pregnant women and immunocompromised individuals.

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Antiviral AgentsHerpes GenitalisAcyclovirFemaleHerpesvirus 2, HumanHumansMalePregnancyValacyclovirValineAcyclovirAntiviral AgentsValacyclovirValineAntiviral agentsHerpes simplex virusPreventionSexual healthSexually transmitted infections

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