Genital herpes sores may be clear, fluid-filled blisters that develop in an area of redness. The herpes virus is active, and transmission is likely.

The clear fluid in the sores eventually becomes cloudy and yellow as pus forms. The herpes virus is active, and transmission is likely.

Genital herpes in men:

The "Classic Presentation"

"A Mild Case" - swollen testicles, slight "cracks" in the skin (see bottom right corner of photo)

Genital herpes in women:

The "Classic Presentation"

"A Mild Case" — redness and small area of sores