Signs & Symptoms
Primary infection:
• Often asymptomatic
• Duration up to 3 weeks
• Multiple bilateral blisters
• Bilateral painful inguinal
• Erosive ulcers post-blister eruption lymphadenopathy
• 48-hour prodrome: tingling,
• Possible dysuria burning
• Possible urethral discharge
Secondary/Recurrent:
• Duration 6-12 days
• Less severe symptoms
• Unilateral presentation
• Specific dermatome involvement