What department should I visit for genital herpes?
Disease description:
These days I don't know what's going on, but I've developed some rashes "down there," and they feel very itchy. It seems very much like genital herpes. I'd like to ask which department I should visit for genital herpes?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
Genital herpes is a common sexually transmitted disease caused by the herpes simplex virus. For medical consultation regarding genital herpes, the following departments are generally available:
1. Dermatology: Genital herpes is a skin lesion caused by viral infection. Dermatologists have professional expertise in diagnosing and treating skin diseases. They can identify the cause through methods such as viral isolation and culture, antigen testing, and provide appropriate treatment.
2. Urology: Urologists specialize in managing various diseases of the urinary system, including urinary symptoms potentially caused by genital herpes, such as painful urination and urethral burning sensation.
3. Gynecology or Andrology: Female patients can visit the gynecology department, while male patients can visit the andrology department. Doctors in these departments have more knowledge about the anatomical structure of the reproductive organs in their respective genders and can more effectively assess and treat genital herpes.
