Genital herpes
Do you have sores or blisters in your genital area? You may have genital herpes and could benefit from treatment.
Get treatment for genital herpes today
$49
- Self-pay visits - insurance not accepted or needed, FSA/HSA eligible
- No appointment needed
- Your health data is secure and protected by our practices and by law
How it works
- Connect with the doctor through instant messaging
- Pick up any prescribed medication at a pharmacy of your choice or have it delivered
- Your care team is available 7 days a week
What is genital herpes?
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). There are two types of HSV: HSV-1 (usually associated with oral herpes) and HSV-2 (usually associated with genital herpes). However, either type can cause infections in both the genital and oral areas.
What are the symptoms of genital herpes?
Many people with genital herpes have no symptoms or very mild symptoms. When symptoms do occur, they can include painful blisters or sores in the genital area, itching, burning, and flu-like symptoms (fever, body aches). Outbreaks can recur periodically.
How is genital herpes treated?
There's no cure for genital herpes, but antiviral medications can help manage outbreaks by reducing their frequency, duration, and severity. These medications can also reduce the risk of transmission to partners.
Is a chat-visit right for me?
A chat visit with Well Revolution might be right for you if:
- You have symptoms of genital herpes and want to discuss testing and treatment options
- You are seeking a private and comfortable environment to address your concerns
- You don’t have kidney problems, a seizure disorder, or an immunocompromising condition
- You're not pregnant
Common genital herpes treatments
Treatment for genital herpes typically involves:
- Oral Antiviral Medications: Acyclovir, Valacyclovir (Valtrex), Famciclovir (Famvir)
Other genital herpes treatments may not be available through Chat-visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is genital herpes spread?
Genital herpes is typically spread through sexual contact with an infected person, including vaginal, anal, and oral sex.
Can I still have sex if I have genital herpes?
You can still have sex if you have genital herpes, but it's important to talk to your partner about your condition and take steps to reduce the risk of transmission, such as using condoms and avoiding sex during outbreaks.
What should I do if I think I have genital herpes?
It's important to get tested for genital herpes if you have any symptoms or think you might have been exposed. Early diagnosis and treatment can help manage the condition and prevent complications.
Can I get genital herpes from someone with oral herpes?
Yes, it's possible to get genital herpes from someone with oral herpes through oral sex.
Can genital herpes affect my pregnancy?
Yes, genital herpes can be passed to your baby during childbirth if you have an active outbreak at the time of delivery. Your doctor may recommend antiviral medication during pregnancy to reduce this risk.
Is there a cure for genital herpes?
No, there's no cure for genital herpes, but antiviral medications can help manage outbreaks and reduce the risk of transmission.
About Well Revolution
What does it cost?
Most visits cost $49 between 7 am and 9 pm 7 days (Mon-Sun).
See our pricing page for more information.
How do visits work in Well Revolution?
Start a private and secure instant message with a Well Revolution doctor right here from your phone or desktop.
You can send text, voice and video messages, share images, videos and documents, and have voice and video calls all from inside the Well Revolution instant messenger.
Do I need to make an appointment?
No appointment is needed with Well Revolution. Start a private chat with a doctor at any time.
What's included with my visit?
A visit with a Well Revolution doctor. The doctor will decide on what care is appropriate for you.
Can I use my health insurance for my visit?
Well Revolution doesn't accept health insurance for visits.
You can submit a claim to your insurance provider for reimbursement, but we can’t guarantee they’ll reimburse you for your chat visit.
If you normally use insurance to pay for your medications, you can do that with medications prescribed through all Well Revolution services. Please talk with your pharmacy directly about insurance coverage.
The cost of medication isn’t included in the cost of your visit.
How do prescriptions work?
The doctor creates and sends paperless prescriptions for you. They will send your prescription to your favourite or nearest pharmacy for the most convenient pick-up location, or you can choose home delivery.
Free Home Delivery: Prescriptions can be sent to our pharmacy partner for convenient, affordable and free home delivery. Many medications are available to you for $24 or less - with or without insurance.
Pick up: Your out-of-pocket medication costs will depend on your insurance and where you decide to get your prescription filled.
