Sexually Transmitted Diseases

HERPES

DESCRIPTION :

Genital herpes is a recurrent skin condition that can cause skin irritations in the genital region (anus, vagina, penis).

FACT SHEETS:

Centers for Disease Control Fact Sheet

American Social Health Association (asha)

TO SEE A PICTURE

The Big Book of Viruses

WHO CAN I CONTACT AT THE RHODE ISLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ABOUT HERPES

Call the Office of Communicable Diseases at 401-222-2577

FOR INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSIS & TREATEMENT IN RI:

STD Treatment at Whitmarsh House