Herpes Treatment, Herpes Symptoms, Pictures of HSV Treatment

Genital Herpes Treatment
Herpes Symptoms is a contagious viral infection primarily affecting the genitals of men and women. The telltale signs and symptoms of Herpes Symptoms include recurrent clusters of blisters, bumps and rashes in the genital areas. These outbreaks are most commonly caused by the Herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV-2), one of several strains of the Herpes virus.

Genital Herpes Treatment is generally not a life-threatening disease, but it is a lifelong disease with outbreaks that can recur at any time. In addition to the physical symptoms, genital Herpies can have great impact on some patients. In addition to the fact that there is no cure, it also can be transmitted, placing an enormous burden of responsibility on those that carry it. It has reached epidemic proportions in the U.S.; up to 500,000 people get it each year, and current estimates are that 50 million cases or more exist in either the active or dormant stage. It is estimated that 1 in 5 Americans age 12 and older are infected with HSV-2.

In this section, you will find information about genital Herpies, techniques for reducing the risk of transmission, and information regarding infection, latency, asymptomatic viral shedding and reactivation.

INFECTION: How does it all begin?
When the Herpies virus, either HSV-1 or HSV-2, enters the body, it penetrates the skin cells in the lower layers of the skin. After entering the cells, Herpies "commandeers" the cell's reproductive mechanism: The cell then reproduces copies of the virus, rather than of the cell itself, destroying the cells in the process. At this point, whether or not you see the blisters and inflammation associated with the Herpies infection, you have acquired this lifelong infection.

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LATENCY: Where does the virus live in my body?
After a few days, the virus is transported from the skin through branches of nerve cells to clusters of nerve endings called ganglia, which are situated close to the brain or along the spinal cord.

There, the virus "waits," in an inactive or latent form. The virus does not replicate here, but it does survive inside the body's cells. During this period, infected individuals show no symptoms; they have no blisters or inflammation at all.

ASYMPTOMATIC VIRAL SHEDDING: Hidden Dangers
Even when you don't see any symptoms of Herpies, it's still possible to transmit the virus. Asymptomatic viral shedding means the virus may be actively replicating itself but not to the degree that it would cause symptoms. During this time, you can pass the virus to another person.

One study estimates that almost 70% of the cases of genital Herpies were transmitted through asymptomatic viral shedding1. Genital Herpies (HSV-2) is more likely to be transmitted via asymptomatic shedding than are cold sores (HSV-1).

REACTIVATION: Why do Herpies outbreaks keep coming back?
Both oral and genital Herpies can recur. The virus will begin to multiply and symptoms will appear, usually at the site of the original infection. When this happens, the virus is said to reactivate or "recur."

Some people have frequent recurrences, while other people have them rarely. The average for genital Herpies is about 3 or 4 recurrences per year2. Some 60-90% of people with genital Herpies have recurrences, compared to 20-40% of people with oral Herpies.

A typical recurrence
The course that genital Herpies takes over time can vary from individual to individual. Keep in mind, for many people the initial infection is generally the worst. A recurrence is generally less severe because the body has developed some immunity. Ultimately, for most people the number and severity of outbreaks will subside at some point.

What causes a recurrence?
We don't know exactly what causes a recurrence, but many people with the virus cite various causes such as emotional stress, menstruation, skin irritation as a result of sunburn, sunlight, lack of rest/fatigue, diet, surgery, and vigorous sexual intercourse.

Whatever the causes may be, remember, you can reduce the risk of outbreak by taking care of yourself. And if an outbreak occurs, there are effective genital Herpies treatments readily available. Educate yourself!

REDUCING THE RISK OF TRANSMISSION
Herpies infection, both oral and genital, can be spread to another person. While the initial infection leads to outbreaks, it is important to remember that the disease has taken permanent residence in your system. During latency, the virus is dormant. During asymptomatic shedding, the virus reproduces. In some cases, the immune system can keep it in check, suppressing development of lesions. When the amount of viral reproduction increases to a certain level, an outbreak occurs. You can reduce the risks of transmission if you take the following precautions:
Avoid kissing or sexual intercourse of any kind (vaginal, anal or oral) when lesions are actually present.
Transmission of Herpies viruses can occur even when you can't see the lesions! So use latex condoms.
Avoid touching lesions when they are present. If you do touch them, thoroughly wash your hands afterwards.
Herpies infection may be transferred from one part of the body to another -- another reason to avoid touching lesions. Pictures of HSV Take extra care not to touch your eyes, nose, mouth or genitals after touching lesions, as these areas are particularly susceptible to Herpies infection.

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