How do men get herpes?

Genital herpes in men is mostly caused by viral infection, and the virus of genital herpes is widely distributed. Most men who suffer from genital herpes are caused by unclean sex. It is best to avoid unclean sex or improper sexual relations. During the treatment period, sexual intercourse is prohibited. For the sake of your family and yourself, genital herpes should be treated in time.

What are the causes of male genital herpes?

First of all, genital herpes is mainly transmitted directly through sexual contact. Many patients have had some unclean sex life before, especially young people in their thirties are more likely to suffer from this disease. This is because genital herpes is mainly caused by herpes simplex virus infection. This virus often exists in the skin and vaginal secretions. Once a male patient has sexual contact with such a person, he will be infected through sexual intercourse, and finally cause genital herpes.

Another reason is that male patients have weak immune function. Once they catch a cold or have any external injuries, they will be exposed to various germs and the chance of getting sick will increase. Generally, genital herpes will occur due to some daily living environment.

Another reason is that when the patient is away from home, he may have used the same items as someone with genital herpes or had close contact with such a person, such as sharing a bathtub, toilet seat, and towels, which can cause genital herpes. Because herpes alone can be transmitted indirectly through breathing or various pollutants.

1. Smoking: Smokers will suffer great harm to their bodies, especially those who have been smoking for a long time, who have a very high chance of developing diseases. Since smoking can reduce the body's resistance, smoking is an important risk factor for genital herpes. Studies have shown that the incidence of genital herpes in smokers is more than three times higher than that of non-smokers, and the incidence increases with the age of smokers and the number of cigarettes smoked per day. At the same time, smoking can promote the recurrence of genital herpes.

2. Sexual behavior: Most of the causes of genital herpes are caused by sexual intercourse, and unclean sexual intercourse is the main cause of genital herpes. Studies and statistics show that the incidence and recurrence rate of genital herpes in people with multiple sexual partners are significantly higher than those with a single sexual partner. Within a certain range, the age of sexual intercourse is also a risk factor for genital herpes. The incidence and recurrence rate of people who first have sexual intercourse at the age of less than 19 years old are significantly increased. Male commercial sex workers are a high-risk group for genital herpes.

3. Immune function: Some patients have low immunity or those who frequently use hormone drugs, which makes them more susceptible to genital herpes. Data show that the incidence and recurrence rate of genital herpes are significantly increased in individuals with low immunity, such as those who have undergone kidney transplantation, malignant tumors, diabetes, AIDS, immunosuppressive chemotherapy, and the use of glucocorticoids, and the size of the warts is also larger.