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Herpes

Many people still believe there is a “good” and a “bad” herpes virus. The “good” herpes virus (HSV-1 – oral herpes) causes cold sores and a “bad” herpes virus (HSV-2 – genital herpes) causes genital herpes outbreaks.

Oral herpes outbreaks is caused by the herpes simplex virus Type 1 (HSV-1) and over half of the American population has oral herpes outbreaks. A further 10 million people are infected with genital herpes outbreaks which is can also be caused by the herpes simplex virus. Independent studies have come up with shocking statistics, with over 500 000 Americans diagnosed with genital herpes (Simplex virus Type 2 (HSV-2)) every year.

Herpes HSV-1 and HSV-2 under a microscope are virtually identical, sharing approximately 50% of their DNA. Both types of herpes outbreaks infect the mucosal surfaces of the body – most often the mouth or the genitals, and then spread into the nervous system.

There are two main types of the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV):

  • HSV-1 (Herpes Simplex Virus 1)
  • HSV-2 (Herpes Simplex Virus 2)

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Diet and Nutrition with Herpes

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Adminzzz

If you keep your stress levels under control the following will help prevent your minimize outbreaks: Vitamin C Vitamin C helps boost your immune system and will help your body fight infections. We recommend a daily allowance of 4000mg for… Continue Reading →

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Herpes Precautions

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Adminzzz

Precautions for genital herpes The best precaution to take for genital herpes is abstinence from sexual activities, especially if the symptoms are visible (during an outbreak). Being loyal to your partner and not having sex with anyone else but your… Continue Reading →

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Herpes and Pregnancy

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Adminzzz

Herpes outbreaks during pregnancy can be an especially tense and scary period for the expectant mum. She needs to decide on the course of treatment and whether to deliver by caesarian section or have natural birth. We cover the various… Continue Reading →

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Herpes Treatment Options

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Adminzzz

Medical doctors believe that there is no permanent cure for oral or genital herpes. Doctors use the following to prevent outbreaks and keep the virus under control: Vaccines – A shot which is injected into a vein to help your… Continue Reading →

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Recurrence of Herpes

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Adminzzz

A significant characteristic of herpes is its ability to recur. Several factors as described in clinical features can cause re-infection. The virus lies dormant in the nerve root and reactivates and travels down the nerve to the skin to cause… Continue Reading →

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Herpes Transmission

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Adminzzz

How is Genital herpes transmitted? Herpes is a highly contagious virus which can be transmitted from person to person by direct skin to skin contact. The most transmittable type is the genital herpes, which is sexually transmitted which means if… Continue Reading →

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Herpes Symptoms

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Adminzzz

The symptoms of herpes can appear between 2- 14 days after the person is infected as it takes time for the virus to pass through the anti-body solders in our body. The infection can last up to 2 weeks. Below… Continue Reading →

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Symptoms of Vaginal Herpes

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Adminzzz

The following are symptoms of vaginal herpes: Itching and discomfort around the vagina and anus Small red bumps appearing around the vagina A mild fever Swollen inguinal (groin region) lymph glands An infection of the urethra The development of sores… Continue Reading →

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Symptoms of Penile Herpes

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Adminzzz

These are the following symptoms of penile herpes outbreaks: The development of small, red bumps on the shaft or head of the penis. These bumps, blisters or the lesions are fluid filled and rapture releasing a fluid like liquid. The… Continue Reading →

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Genital herpes (Herpes Simplex-2 virus (HSV-2))

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Adminzzz

What are genital herpes? Genital herpes outbreaks are contagious viral infection that affects primarily the genitals of men and women. It is characterized by recurrent clusters of lesions in the genital areas. Genital herpes outbreaks are caused by the Herpes… Continue Reading →

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Oral Herpes (HSV-1)

Posted on February 15, 2018 by Adminzzz

What is HSV-1? Cold sores are caused by a virus called herpes (pronounced hur-peez). Herpes outbreaks are one of the most common viral infections in the world. The medical name for the specific virus that causes cold sores is Herpes… Continue Reading →

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