What are the symptoms of genital blisters?

If there are abnormal conditions such as blisters on the male genitals, we need to find out the cause and treat it as soon as possible. So, what is the cause of blisters on the genitals?

What causes blisters on the genitals?

1. High-risk sexual behavior: more than 90% of cases are transmitted through sexual contact with patients with genital herpes, including sexual intercourse, anal intercourse, genital friction, etc.

2. Not paying attention to personal hygiene: Dirt accumulation due to excessive foreskin in men and increased secretions due to various vaginal infections in women provide a good living environment for viruses, giving them an opportunity to take advantage.

Clinical manifestations of genital blisters:

It can be divided into two types: primary and recurrent. Primary herpes refers to the first infection with the virus. Generally, it takes about 2-10 days from contact to onset, which is the incubation period of herpes. The affected area first has a burning sensation, and soon 3-10 groups of red papules appear on the basis of erythema, accompanied by itching. The papules quickly turn into small blisters, and then turn into pustules after 3-5 days. After rupture, large areas of erosion and ulcers are formed, which are painful and finally heal with scabs. The whole course of the disease can last about 20 days.