This picture shows an ulcer on the vulva that is caused by herpes. Women are four times more likely to acquire a herpes simplex type 2 infection than men. In addition, women may have genital symptoms that are caused by a herpes infection, but not attributed to herpes. Learn more about the complicating factors involved for women with genital herpes.
Herpes - Lesion on Vulva
From Heather Brannon, MD, About.com
Updated: April 25, 2007
About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD
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