The incubation period of genital herpes ranges from 2 to 14 days, with an average of 3-5 days.
Genital herpes is a herpetic disease of the urogenital organs and perianal skin caused by herpes simplex virus infection. It is mainly transmitted sexually, but can also be transmitted indirectly through close contact with the patient, with an incubation period of 2 to 14 days, averaging 3-5 days.
Genital herpes occurs in the skin and mucous membranes around the urogenital organs and anus, and is most common in the prepuce, glans, and coronary groove in men, and in the labia majora, labia minora, and clitoris in women; it starts with small blisters that are distributed or clustered, and then the blisters break down, resulting in vesicles, ulcers, and painful skin conditions.
Genital herpes should be treated as soon as possible, and avoid sexual intercourse.