Healthier Scotland. Scottish Government
Genital herpes
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI), caused by a virus similar to the one that causes cold sores.
Genital herpes causes painful blisters and sores on and around the genitals and can increase the risk of miscarriage if a first infection happens early in pregnancy.
Genital herpes symptoms and how it's caught
Learn about herpes symptoms, the problems it causes and how the virus spreads.
Genital herpes testing
Find out what's involved in getting tested for genital herpes.
Genital herpes treatment
Read about herpes treatment and other things you need to consider if you test positive.