What are the two types of Herpes?
Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1 – Oral Herpes) Herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2 – Genital Herpes)
What does a Herpes Lesion look like?
The Herpes Virus may be present without any outward symptoms. When symptoms do occur, these may appear as small, fluid filled and painful blisters that crust over and flake. The sores may be surrounded by profuse swelling and irritation in… Continue Reading
Can one classify Herpes based on the area in which it develops?
Yes, Herpes can be classified based on where the lesions or Herpes Virus is present: Herpetic Gingivostomatitis presents itself on the gums of the mouth Herpes Genitalis presents itself on and around the male or female genitalia Herpes Labialis presents… Continue Reading
Is Herpes an Autoimmune disorder?
Yes, Herpes can be classed as an acquired autoimmune disorder.
What vitamins or alternative treatments are best to take when one has Herpes?
Various alternative treatments and vitamins can be useful in treating herpes symptoms. These include: Echinacea Zinc Aloe Vera Rhubarb cream Vitamin C Lysine Peppermint oil Propolis Lemon Balm Eleutherococcus better known as Siberian Ginseng
I’ve never had herpes but I noticed my daughter/son has just developed a cold sore. How is this possible?
It is important to remember herpes can be spread by skin to skin contact. This means that if your son or daughter has come into contact with someone who has a cold sore (whether a family member or partner), they… Continue Reading
The diagnosis and Clinical Feature of Herpes
Herpes outbreaks can be diagnosed by culturing the virus obtained from a lesion or by measuring the serum antibody titers (a laboratory test that measures the presence and amount of antibodies in blood). Your body starts to produce special “soldiers”… Continue Reading
What is herpes simplex?
Herpes outbreak simplex virus (HSV) is a common, contagious infection of the skin which occurs on any part of the body, especially the genital and lip area. It can also affect the nervous system and the brain. Research shows that… Continue Reading
Oral Herpes (HSV-1)
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
Genital herpes (Herpes Simplex-2 virus (HSV-2))
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
Symptoms of Penile Herpes
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