Any of the following symptoms of a genital HSV infection can occur in a man or a woman: 1  Cracked, raw, or red areas around your genitals without pain, itching, or tingling.2  Itching or tingling around your genitals or your anal region. 3  Small blisters that break open and cause painful sores.ny of the following symptoms of a genital HSV infection can occur in a man or a woman: 1  Cracked, raw, or red areas around your genitals without pain, itching, or tingling.