Infection with genital herpes virus is categorized into primary and recurrent. Primary genital herpes virus infection develops around 2 to 14 days after infection, and there is uncertainty about the onset of recurrent genital herpes, which is associated with low immunity, exertion, alcohol consumption, excessive sexual intercourse, and female menstrual period. Primary genital herpes is mostly infected through unclean sexual intercourse, causing blisters, ulcers and pain in the genital area. It needs to be treated with antiviral drugs, which can control the condition and relieve the symptoms, but it cannot cure genital herpes and can be transformed into recurrent genital herpes. The onset of recurrent genital herpes varies from one individual to another, with some recurring several times within a few months, while others may not recur for several years. The lesions of recurrent infections are usually mild and can heal on their own within a week or so, even without treatment. If you are in doubt about how long it takes for the genital herpes virus to develop, it is advisable to consult a doctor.