Herpes is a contagious disease caused by several types of virus and can cause swelling, blisters and sore in the skin or in mucosal areas. There are various types of herpes including herpes simplex type 1, herpes simplex type 2, varicella zoster virus causing chicken pox, and other types that cause mild hepatitis, and shingles.
The diseases caused by herpes differs but a majority of them are very contagious and the virus can survive in dormant state for a long time after they have initially infected and they are very difficult to cure almost entirely, though studies are on to find permanent cure for them.
Causes:
Though it is uncertain why herpes flares up in a person, certain stresses to the immune system triggers the initial infection makes them to spurt suddenly, such as in the case of chicken pox. When not active, the herpes virus remains latent in the nerve tissues and is not detectable by the immune system. The triggers leading to outbreak are illness, injury, emotional stress, poor diet and over exposure to sunlight. Herpes virus is usually transmitted with direct skin contact or with sexual intercourse.
Symptoms
General symptoms of herpes virus infection are visible blisters, fever and general malaise. Occurrence of herpes may be so mild that sometimes people may mistake it as minor skin irritation. Herpes virus infection can be avoided by following some simple changes in the lifestyle. Herpes is more prone to attack who have an affinity towards sugar, chocolate and nuts. These diets seem to feed the attacks and they contain arginine which helps in the replication of herpes virus.
Herpes is active when the immune system is low and therefore, steps should be taken to reduce the stress and using relaxation techniques. Emotion also plays an influential role in increasing herpes infection release of suppressed feelings helps to reduce the disease. It is better not to overreact to the outbreak of herpes infection, as this would only fuel its intensity and so, try to lead a normal life.
Treatment
The saddest part is herpes virus is very contagious and can easily spread on simple body contact and a permanent cure has not been found yet. There are certain pharmacy treatments like acyclovir but it has certain side effects like metal- like after taste, constipation and dry mouth.
The effectiveness of the drug outbreak balm-Rx is very encouraging which helps in eliminating the virus. The powerful phases of the infection can be effectively dealt with this lotion, as it is found to provide the most rapid absorption. They enter the cell membranes very fast and acts on them, thus resulting in great reduction in the intensity of pain and heal.
Natural healing can be achieved by keeping the infected area clean and dry, during an outbreak. It is better to avoid tight fitting cloth and undergarments. Warm showers are also recommended to clean the infected area and dry with a gentle towel. But only proper nutrition, exercise and rest are vital to control the virus.
