Directions to our office
located on 6th and Locust St.
The Center for Growth, Inc.
also known as
Sex Therapy in Philadelphia
233 S. 6th Street, Suite C-33
Philadelphia PA 19106
New Clients (267) 324 - 9564
Existing Clients (215) 922-5683
Fax (215) 922-6302
Herpes’ Impact on Your Body
written by Staff at The Center For Growth
Outbreak Duration
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with genital herpes, you may be experiencing uncomfortable symptoms, such as sores, blisters or ulcers. These lesions will heal on their own in 2 – 4 weeks.
Recurrence
Subsequent episodes, if they occur, are usually milder and shorter in duration than first episodes, due to your body’s production of virus-fighting antibodies. Genital herpes outbreaks occur, on average, four times per year.
Treatment
Prescription antiviral medications taken at the first signs of an outbreak can shorten the length of the outbreak or -- if taken early enough -- can even prevent outbreaks from occurring. Some people choose to take antiviral medication daily, a practice called suppressive therapy, which can reduce the number of outbreaks by at least 75% or even prevent them completely. Discuss your options with your healthcare provider.
Preventing Transmission
To minimize the risk of transmitting genital herpes to a partner, abstain from sexual activity during outbreaks, take daily antiviral medication, and always use a condom.
Herpes Topics
Herpes’ Impact on Your Feelings
Herpes Question: What is Asymptomatic Shedding?
How Frequently Will I have Herpes Outbreaks?
Minimizing the Risk of Herpes Transmission
Founder of Sex Therapy
in Philadelphia
"Alex" Caroline Robboy, CAS,
ACSW, LCSW
To schedule an appointment, please call: 267 - 324 - 9564
If you live in Center City Philadelphia and the surrounding regions, including the Main Line, Montgomery County, Bucks County, Chestery County, Cherry Hill and Southern New Jersey area and want to schedule an appointment for individual therapy, couples therapy, marriage counseling, sex therapy, family therapy or play therapy call (267) 324-9564.
