Genital herpes does not heal itself over time, but clinical cure can be achieved through timely and standardized treatment to maintain a normal life. Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease caused by herpes simplex virus infection. In the early stage of infection, the disease usually does not develop, and the virus will be activated when the body’s resistance drops. Symptoms vary from person to person and most infected people experience genital herpes, ulcers, itching, burning and pain. Genital herpes does not usually heal on its own; for patients with the first outbreak of genital herpes, clinical cure can be achieved after standardized antiviral treatment and local treatment, but it is difficult to be completely cured; the disease is prone to recurrence, especially within 1 year of infection, and there is a tendency for the number of recurrences to decrease as the course of the disease is prolonged. It is recommended that patients with genital herpes seek timely medical attention and standardized treatment under the guidance of a doctor. The treatment cycle may be longer, must adhere to the treatment, at the same time need to be clean, develop good habits, avoid sex during the onset of the disease. Follow the doctor’s instructions to review and reduce recurrence.