Introduction It is largely accepted that sexual contact is a cause for herpes infection.
But simple skin contact may also provoke herpes migration among persons.
Healthy skin is really a good way to combat the virus.
It has been proven that the virus may even be transmitted from mother to infant during birth, but this seems to happen rather seldom.
Herpes may be categorized into oral and genital herpes.
Oral herpes is caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 (HSV-1).
It is frequently referred to as cold sores or fever blisters.
Fever blisters usually appear as fluid-filled blisters on the face.
They occur in the lips area.
Genital herpes, on the other hand, is caused by HSV-2 and is characterized by painful or itchy sores in the genital area.
No totally effective herpes medication was discovered until now, though the symptoms can be opposed by using antiretroviral drugs.
When one has herpes, be it on the mouth of the genital region, you will notice the presence of small, red bumps, blisters, or open sores in the infected area.
These blisters will be very itchy and/or painful to the touch.
These blisters will break and "cry", and then turn into scabs and heal on their own.
Prevention 1.
Don't share towels and clothes if you are infected.
2.
Wash your hands with soap and water after touching the blisters or sores 3.
Build your immunity through healthy diets and exercise 4.
Develop healthy sexual practices A herpes medication that truly kills the virus was not yet found.
Antiviral solutions like acyclovir and other similar drugs decrease the symptoms' aggressiveness and frequency.
Proper care for blisters before and after eruption may make the discomfort of outbreaks more bearable.
While antibiotics like Famivir and Acyclovir were used in certain extent and can treat the disease in its active phases, many people have found relief with herbal and alternative medication.
Symptoms and Diagnosis of Herpes Often, the symptoms of herpes infections are mild and act without even noticing.
Most usual herpes symptoms are fever, painful blisters on the infected area and enlargement of the glands.
This usually lasts for a few weeks, but may subsequently reactivate.
Oral herpes is, generally, less harmful and more bearable than genital herpes.
People with HSV-2 may remain infected across the whole life.
The chances of herpes infection are bigger among people who have a weak immune system.
Remedies People with herpes should follow a diet plan with appropriate amounts of lysine and arginine.
These are the 2 amino acids that seem to influence herpes aggressiveness in great extent.
Foods rich in lysine are mainly fish, vegetables and milk.
Consuming products that contain aspartame (a natural sweetener) should be strictly avoided.
These seem to stimulate virus activity.
Speaking about the herbal-based herpes medication, Tea tree oil and Prunella vulgaris (a medicinal herb) are proven to have preventive role.
As these herbs have anti-viral and anti-inflammatory properties, they are also used to decrease the symptoms' magnitude.
While herpes cannot be cured completely, some natural herpes medication, especially ones of herbal variety have proven to be effective in treating the symptoms.
Lemon balm and peppermint extracts were very effective in dealing with lip sores.
Aloe vera is effective for ulcers around lips.
Tea tree oil, that magical fungicide and disinfectant, is also known to provide relief for sores.
An effective herpes medication must also be accompanied by protein-rich diet.
Eggs, fish, beans and lentils have big protein contribution.