" "Herpes: What You Need To Know " "" 0 False "Abbey Grace Yap " "" "People have a common notion that herpes is a disease specifically acquired through sexual contact. But that isn't entirely true. Simple direct skin contact may also cause herpes virus transmission. Some people also believe that the herpes virus may be passed on via inanimate objects like toilet seats^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ etc. Although the last idea may be highly unlikely due to the fragility of the virus itself. The herpes virus passes through tiny breaks in the skin or mucous membranes of the mouth and genital areas. Healthy skin acts as really good protective barriers against this infection. In cases of mucous membranes^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ even the slightest scrape or scratch is enough to expose the nerve endings into which the herpes virus entwines itself. This is the main reason why herpes infections usually manifest in areas where mucous membranes and normal skin merges. A good example is the corner of your mouth. The virus has been said to be passed on by sharing razors with an infected person. Unlike toilet seats^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ the virus can survive in the moist areas between the blades. This disease may also be passed from mother to infant during birth^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ however^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ most cases show that infants acquire the said condition after birth.

Herpes may be categorized into oral and genital herpes. Oral herpes are caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 (HSV-1). They are commonly referred to as cold sores or fever blisters. Fever blisters often appear as tiny^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ clear^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ fluid-filled blisters on the face. These usually appear on the lips. Genital herpes^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ on the other hand^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ is caused by HSV-2 and is characterized by painful^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ itchy sores in the genital area.

People infected with this virus usually do not know they have it because it manifests no symptoms. Its manifestations may be too simple that I can go unnoticed. Most reported cases noted that the first outbreak was the worst. Some never get the outbreak again^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and some experience it again after a very long time.

When one has herpes^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ be it on the mouth of the genital region^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ you will notice the presence of small^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ red bumps^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ blisters^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ or open sores in the infected area. These blisters will be very itchy and/or painful to the touch. These blisters will rupture and become ulcerations that will eventually turn into scabs and heal on its own.

There is no true cure for herpes^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ only preventive measures for future breakouts. Antiviral medications like acyclovir and other similar drugs help lessen the symptoms and frequency of cold sore recurrences. Proper care for blisters before and after eruption may help lessen the discomfort one may feel during periods of outbreaks.

A parody song of Britney Spear's “Gimme More” discusses about the topic of herpes. The lines go like this: “ Every time you pull your pants down. You will know what I did that night with you. You've got blisters round that place now^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ it'll start itching very soon.” It may sound funny hearing about it in a song^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ but it brings up a pretty good point about having careless^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ casual sex with strangers. Next time you think of getting it on with someone you just met^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ think twice if you're ready for any complications it may bring.

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" "Attacking The Deadly Herpes Virus With Acyclovir " "" 0 False "CECILL ARTATES " "" "According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ there are thousands of Americans who are infected with one of the most active virus known to man --- the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). Scientists have been studying how the virus works because it is among the most difficult to control. The virus has spread to different countries around the world. It causes a variety of illnesses^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ including mucocutaneous infections. or herpes simplex virus (HSV)^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ is one of the most common agents infecting humans of all ages.
There are two types of Herpes virus^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ namely: Type 1 Herpes which is carried by over 80 per cent of the population and is the culprit behind recurrent cold sores; and Type 2 Herpes which affects five to 20 per cent of the population. This type is often associated with genital herpes.
Studies show that genital herpes simplex virus infects more than 1 of 5 adolescents and adults. It is more common in blacks than in whites^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and more likely to infect women than men. Most people with genital herpes don't know they have it^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and are unaware that they are spreading it to others. Many have no symptoms or mistake their symptoms for something else such as jock itch^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ insect bites^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ hemorrhoids^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ yeast infections^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ razor burn^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ or allergies to laundry detergent.
Infection in the genital region initially produces a painful^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ red^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ ulcerating crop of lesions that can spread over a wide area and may involve the perinuem and anus. Genital infection can also be associated with temporary numbness in the affected area^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ swelling glands in the groin^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ difficulty passing urine^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and fever. Occasionally^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ primary infections such as these can also trigger viral meningitis.
Some years ago^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ genital herpes was diagnosed solely by visual inspection and laboratory culture of an active sore. Today^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ herpes may be diagnosed with a blood test^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ even when no symptoms are apparent or after sores have healed. Antiviral drugs have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration for use in reducing the infection.
There is no cure for any herpes viruses. Once a person caught a herpes virus it stays in the body for life although it is latent most of the time. However^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ a medication that can treat the outbreaks and symptoms of herpes as well as reduce future outbreaks is available.
Acyclovir is a drug used for the treatment of several conditions including herpes infections. Acyclovir medication is available over the counter and commonly known under the brand name Zovirax. Acyclovir medication Zovirax is usually used for the treatment of facial cold sores.
Acyclovir ointment is used topically to treat initial genital herpes where it has been shown to decrease pain^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ reduce healing time^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and limit the spread of the infection. Acyclovir is also available as a prescription tablet used to treat genital herpes infections and to treat patients with recurrent severe genital herpes. The dosage will be determined by the doctor. It is very common to prescribe a 5-day course of 3 tablets a day taken with 4 hour intervals^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ but this may vary. It is very important not to miss any doses because the patient needs to keep the level of Acyclovir up in their body. This episodic treatment will reduce the severity^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ frequency and duration of the outbreak as well as reduce future outbreaks and reduce the risk of spreading. Acyclovir can also be used to treat chicken pox and acts to reduce the healing time^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ limit the number of lesions^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and reduce fever if used within the first 24 hours after the onset of the disease.
However^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ before starting to take this medicine^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ it is vital for a person with herpes to consult a doctor. Most anti-viral medications should not be used without medical advice or doctor's prescription.

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" "There Is No Magical Quick-fix For Herpes " "" 0 False "Christopher Ricardo Scipio " "" "Going Deep.

Most of the true treasures of this world lay in the depths of things.
If you were to content yourself with superficial things-think of what you'd be missing.
If you only swam on the surface of the water you'd miss the wonders below. If you only ate the skin of fruits and vegetables you'd be in a sorry state. If all you ever read of a book was it's first few pages^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ or if all you ever wanted to see in a film were the trailer^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ well you'd certainly be missing the big picture.

There are no quick fixes for herpes.
The virus lives deep within you in the core of your nerves cells. It has access to all the thoughts and feelings that course through your body. When you are in equilibrium the virus is likely dormant-when you are out of balance^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ angry^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ scared^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ anxious^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ ashamed the virus is likely going to be active.

To truly manage your herpes in a holistic way you have to take a deep personal inventory. What are your triggers? Are you at peace with the virus' permanent presence in your body? Have you been successful in rejecting the superficial and mean-spirited stigma placed on people with herpes and regained all the self-esteem and confidence you lost when you found out you had herpes? Are you living a life of integrity by informing your potential lovers beforehand of your herpes status and doing your best to manage your herpes so that your are less likely to infect others? What are you willing to start doing to manage your herpes better? What are you willing to stop doing to manage your herpes better? Are you fixated on the negative aspects of having herpes or are you looking at the brighter side of things?

Once a unflinching personal inventory is taken it's possible to see the whole picture of having herpes. There are no completely negative or completely positive experiences in life. Herpes doesn't have to be a completely negative experience. There are positive aspects to having herpes.

Herpes can act like a barometer which sends you an warning when you have become too far out of balance.

Having herpes can be like a litmus test to show you who really cares about you. If after telling someone you have herpes they are less interested in pursuing a romantic and sexual relationship with you they didn't care enough about you to begin with. If after telling someone who is a friend or family member that you have herpes and you feel their lack of support-then you more clearly see where you stood with them all along.

Having herpes challenges your personal integrity. It challenges you to tell an uncomfortable truth to lovers for their own protection and challenges you to take measures to protect the health of others.

If you have never experienced what it is like to be scorned or being prejudiced against because of something out of your control^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ herpes helps you experience that reality so that you can sympathize better with other discriminated against people in our society.

Having herpes is a cold slap of humility in our all too arrogant existence as human beings on this planet. We have been taught by some of our religions and philosophies that we are the dominant force on the planet when in reality microbes have always been dominant and continue to be dominant. As I have said in other writing we are a sideshow-most of the real action in this world happens on a microscopic level. We are a home to hundreds if not thousands of viruses^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ bacteria^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ fungi and protozoa. We could not digest food without the hundreds of bacteria in our mouths and intestines. We are colonized by microbes. Most are beneficial or neutral some are harmful. Maybe with more humility we would be less likely to abuse the plants^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ animals and environment around us and see the bigger picture.

Staying in healthy balance with your own thoughts and emotions including making peace with the herpes virus is the most important step in managing herpes in a healthy holistic way. Herbal medicine^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ drug therapy^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ supplements^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ yoga^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ hypnosis^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ etc can all help^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ but going deep within and creating peace and harmony in your life is the key.

Christopher Scipio
Homeopath/ Herbalist
Holistic Herpes Treatment SpecialistAbout The Author: Christopher Scipio^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ is one of the most experienced holistic practitioners treating the Herpes virus.A homeopath and herbalist who hails from a long line of Caribbean natural healers^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ Scipio has during the last 15 years developed a very successful natural protocol in treating the Herpes family of viruses. http://www.natropractica.com" "20% Of The Population Have A Herpes Virus " "" 0 False "Keith George " "" "Herpes is a kind of viral infection. There are two herpes simplex viruses. Herpes Simplex type 1 (HSV-1) and Herpes Simplex type 2 (HSV-2). These viruses however look identical under microscope and both are capable of infecting mouth and genitals. Though the immune system of the body fights back against this menace^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ gradually the battle grows intense and as a result there are heavy losses by both the herpes virus and the immune system. Then the body becomes less capable of defending itself from attacks of other viruses.

After getting into a skin cell the virus starts multiplying. Then the skin becomes red^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ sensitive and soon afterwards one or more blisters or bumps appear. The blister opens^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ heals as new skin tissue forms. During the first outbreak the area is painful and may burn or itch. Flu like symptoms may also be common..

About 20% or over 50 million people are infected with genital virus in America. Each year millions of americans are diagnosed with genital herpes and young teens are found to be largely affected. Studies show that among every five American adults one is inflicted by the virus. Most of the people are unaware that they are affected by the virus.

Genital herpes is a contagious disease. The virus that affects the genital of men and women are characterized by recurrent clusters of vesicles and lesions at the genital areas. Herpes is a nuisance and it can make one emotionally traumatic. Herpes patients should try to keep the herpes virus under control. However^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ supporting the immune system should be the first target. Weak immune system is prone to outbreak.

Research is still going on for discovery of effective herpes vaccine. Though some vaccines like polio^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ small pox had been used to prevent the HSV occurrence^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ they had no effect. Now one has to depend upon the anti viral therapy. Isoniplex Isopinosine is used in 56 countries. It has an antiviral action and more significantly it has the ability to stimulate the bodyÂ´s immune response. Certain drugs can reduce the frequency and duration of an outbreak. One can eliminate the risk of getting herpes by not having sexual intercourse with someone infected.

However if infected then the infected area should be kept clean and as dry as possible. This will help in the process of natural healing. Doctors often recommend warm showers in order to cleanse the infected area. Then the area should be dried with hair dryer. In order to prevent chaffing^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ the infected person should avoid tight fitting garments. Creams and lotions might be irritating.

A total approach to nutrition can be useful. There is no necessity of avoiding fat if it has a low lysine/arginine ratio and only a few milligram of arginine in it.

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" "A Closer Look At Herpes " "" 0 False "Zinn Jeremiah " "" "Herpes is an exceptionally common condition that's brought about by infection from a virus: the Herpes Simplex Virus. The Herpes Simplex Virus has different strains^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ but the most common are Herpes Simplex Virus 1 -- HSV 1 -- and Herpes Simplex Virus 2 -- HSV 2. Only the virus that causes the common cold is more prevalent than the Herpes Simplex virus.

The symptoms of an HSV 1 infection are typically referred to as cold sores -- sometimes fever blisters^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ sometimes oral blisters^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and there are other descriptions as well. During an appearance of HSV 1 symptoms -- symptoms don't always appear -- an outbreak of blisters occurs^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ typically around the mouth and face. Infection with HSV 1 is extremely common: up to ninety percent of people are infected with HSV 1^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ though not everyone infected with HSV 1 present symptoms.

The symptoms of an HSV 2 infection are typically referred to as genital herpes. Twenty percent of adults^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ roughly^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ have an HSV 2 infection^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ but the recognition of symptoms is rare: only twenty percent of people^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ give or take^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ infected with HSV 2 are aware of their status. When HSV 2 symptoms appear^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ they usually appear in the area of the genitals. HSV 2 infection is classified as an STD.

As a rule^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ HSV 1 and HSV 2 infection present in different parts of the body. The appearance of HSV 1 typically occurs above the waist^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and appears most frequently of all above the neck. It is possible for HSV 1 to occur below the waist: it's rare for this to occur^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ but it does. HSV 2's infection region is below the waist^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and most usually around the genitals. When HSV 1 or HSV 2 happens outside of their respective infection regions^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ symptoms^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ should they occur^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ are typically less severe and less frequent.

All HSV infections spread through direct skin-to-skin contact^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and when HSV symptoms appear they affect the skin^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ usually through blistering. There's some belief that HSV infection can be passed from secondary objects -- a public utility^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ a towel^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ a glass^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ etc. -- but the evidence doesn't support this. As a rule^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ HSV infection is transmitted by skin-to-skin contact.

A bit of an exception to HSV's skin-to-skin infection rule is ocular herpes. Ocular herpes is a herpes infection of the eye(s). Ocular herpes is typically spread from some form mouth to eye transmission: going to the mouth^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ where an HSV infection is found^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and then going to the eye and transferring the HSV infection there. Ocular herpes can be a quite serious condition that may affect sight.

The official thinking on an HSV infection is that it is permanent: it's basically accepted that HSV stays permanently in the body^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ hidden from all immune responses. Having said this^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ some treatments for herpes claim to be able to eliminate herpes from the body permanently^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ or to entirely stop herpes outbreaks.

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" "It Is Hard To Tell About Genital Herpes " "" 0 False "Keith George " "" "There is often some confusion when it comes to herpes and that is easy to understand. The genital herpes is a topic that is not often discussed in the course of normal conversation. But^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ if you are 25 years old and over and sexually active with several partners^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ it is wise to be tested for genital herpes as that is a very common form of herpes. It is wise as millions of Americans are living with genital herpes because the disease can sometimes be surprisingly difficult to detect.

It is important to know and to recognize the symptoms of genital herpes. You should always seek an official diagnosis from a medical professional if you are at all concerned that you may have the disease. Many feel ashamed when they learn to know that they have genital herpes but medical experts will tell that you should not be embarrassed and the sooner you get treatment the better. When you have been diagnosed as positive^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ it is not necessary to identify the source and you may have had it for years already.

Doctors will tell you that it is safe to have sex with others as long as you avoid to have sex during outbreaks. You can learn to notice the warning signs of when an outbreak will be coming. It is a fact that most people infected with oral herpes are not even aware of the fact that they have the disease.

More than half of the people who have herpes show no symptoms and they are unaware that they are carriers of the disease and are capable of transferring the virus. The recurrence pattern of herpes is also as varied as the people who harbor the virus. There are estimations that 20% of the population in the USA has herpes. That is one out of five people! Now^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ that number is uncertain and can be a distortion of the facts.

If the signs and symptoms occur during the first outbreak^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ then they can be rather severe as the first attack is pretty violent. Then the virus remains dormant within the neuronal cells of the dorsal root ganglion. It will give rise to recurrent lesions but they are milder in intensity as compared to the primary attack.

This is one of the least damaging viruses and actually milder even than its relatives^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ the chicken-pox/shingles virus and the mono/chronic fatigue virus. The herpes simplex virus 1 is generally caught in the childhood and the genital infection from herpes simplex virus 2 is usually caused by sexual contact in the adulthood. The incubation period for genital herpes infections is up to a fortnight after exposure to the virus. Teenagers and adults who are sexually active should never have unprotected sex with a person who they even suspect may be infected by genital herpes.

Of course it can be difficult to ask someone if they are aware of having genital herpes. But how can you tell if someone has genital herpes? Pregnant women who have ever had an outbreak of genital herpes should discuss with the obstetrician before the due date. Then they can eventually plan for a non-vaginal delivery and in that way protect the baby.

Persons that are infected with genital herpes should have mercy and give others the chance to avoid the disease. One alternative is to avoid any sexual contact^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ which of course is very hard for most. So if you have genital herpes^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ you must tell your new sex partner about it and then decide about your intimate contacts.

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" "Understanding The Herpes Virus At The Cell Level " "" 0 False "By John Trout " "" "

The word !%EJNQ&%$%$@HGherpes!%EJNQ&%$%$@HG conjures up different images for different people. Some see herpes as an ugly and annoying cold sore or blister that periodically appears on or around the lips. Others see herpes as a feared sexually transmitted disease that^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ once you have contracted^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ you have to suffer with for the rest of your life. Of course both of these images do represent the term !%EJNQ&%$%$@HGherpes!%EJNQ&%$%$@HG quite accurately for many people throughout the world^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ but medically speaking herpes is also appropriately applied to several lesser known afflictions. These conditions include herpes inside the mouth (herpes gingivostomatitis)^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ herpes of the throat (herpes pharyngitis)^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ herpes of the eye (herpes keratitis)^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ herpes of the brain (herpes encephalitis)^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ herpes transmitted to newborn infants (neonatal herpes)^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ chickenpox (varicella-zoster)^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ mono (mononucleosis) and shingles (herpes-zoster). All of these conditions are caused by one of the two closely related herpes viruses known as herpes simplex virus type 1 and herpes simplex virus type 2.

To truly understand the herpes virus it is helpful to first gain some knowledge about viruses in general. Viruses are the smallest known microbes^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ or infectious agents^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ that medical science has discovered to date. Most viruses consist of a nucleic acid surrounded by a protein coat known as a capsid; this nucleic acid-protein complex is referred to as a nucleocapsid. In more complex viruses^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ such as the herpes virus^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ the nucleocapsid is surrounded by a membrane-like structure containing carbohydrates^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ lipids and proteins. This membrane-like structure is referred to as an envelope. Each virus contains one of two large complex chemicals that contain the viruses genetic code which serves as a blueprint for making more viruses. This complex chemical code is either RNA (ribonucleic acid) or DNA (deozyribonucleic acid).

Unlike bacteria and more complex organisms^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ viruses do not carry all the equipment necessary to reproduce themselves. In order to multiply^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ a virus must enter a living cell^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ remove the cells protein coat and then use its RNA or DNA to redirect the cells synthesizing mechanism to make more copies of the virus. This process of making new viruses can actually destroy or injure the living or 'host' cell. If enough living host cells are injured or destroyed it results in a viral illness such as influenza (the flu)^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ viral diarrhea or genital herpes. There are hundreds of known viruses and probably thousands of others not yet discovered. Each virus has adapted to infect a particular type of cell in a specific living organism which explains why there are so many types of viruses. Because they have become so specialized some viruses can only infect certain types of cells^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ for instance^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ liver cells or muscle cells or brain cells while leaving other cells alone. Likewise^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ many viruses are even limited to the type of species they can infect. In general^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ this usually means that viruses which infect cells in one type of animal^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ say a dog^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ can not be passed on to another type of animal^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ say a cat. Of course as with most rules^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ there are exceptions and some viruses can cause similar diseases in closely related species. Another exception is that sometimes viruses can cause also cause very different illnesses in the same species.

The term !%EJNQ&%$%$@HGherpesvirus!%EJNQ&%$%$@HG refers to any member of the herpes simplex type 1 and herpes simplex type 2 virus family. The necleocapsid of a herpes virus is surrounded by an envelope with spike-like structures projecting from the surface and contains DNA. So far^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ scientist have identified over 115 different herpesviruses and have found more than 50 different animal species that can be infected with some type of herpes virus. Humans appear to be a natural reservoir for at least 8 different types of the herpes viruses that normally spread from human to human and generally do not cause disease in other animals.

Coming in contact with the virus^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ usually through sexual intercourse^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ is the first in a complex series of events that result in contracting genital herpes. Projecting from the outer surface of the herpes virus are protein-carbohydrate structures called glycoproteins. Glycoproteins allow the virus to attach initially to proteoglycans^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ which are complex chemical structures present on the surface of living cells. After attaching to the host cell^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ glycopoteins then interact with the cells surface structures to trigger changes in the cell membranes cytoskeletal structure. These changes allow the viral envelope to fuse with the cell plasma membrane^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ essentially merging to form a changed cell. When this fusion occurs^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ the nucleocapsid of the herpes virus enters into the cytoplasm of the host cell^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ attaching tiny skeleton-like structures known as microtubules and microfilaments which form an internal transportation network used to move materials within the cell. Using this structure the DNA of the herpes virus enters the nucleus of the host cell where it makes copies of the viral DNA which are released from the cell and spread to and infect other surrounding cells. This process of generating new virus particles kills the infected host cell.

If the herpes virus remained in the skins cells where initial viral attachment occurs^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ chances are that a healthy immune system could eventually control the infection and rid the body of the virus. The herpes virus however has found a way to hide from the immune system by hibernating in nerve cells. For unknown reasons the herpes virus does not start the replicating process in a select number of nerve cells^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ instead hibernating and establishing a latent infection. When the herpes virus is hybernating it is in an inactive state and can not be detected by the immune system. This inactive state is referred to as latent infection or simply latency. Latency does not cause illness but unfortunately the latent virus can reactivate and produce more virus which^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ in turn^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ causes recurrent herpes.

How reactivation occurs is unknown but it can happen for no apparent reason or be triggered by trauma^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ stress^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ or exposure to ultraviolet radiation such as too much sunlight. Whatever the trigger^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ after reactivation^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ the herpes virus is transported from the nerve cell body to the nerve endings where it is released into the skin to replicate in the skin cells. This replication may sometimes cause full blown herpes sores outbreaks^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ but other times may result in !%EJNQ&%$%$@HGshedding!%EJNQ&%$%$@HG the virus which causes no recognizable symptoms. However^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ either way^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ whether this reactivation is symptomatic or asyptomatic^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ the person is contagious during this reactivation period and it is possible to pass on the virus to a partner. For this reason^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ experts recommend that people with genital herpes use condoms even when there is no obvious symptoms of an active herpes breakout.

John Trout is an internet research specialist and web master of several information related websites including: http://www.herpes-pics.com/ where this article was first published. This informative website is an excellent source for a sound education about the herpes virus as well as the latest news about treatments and a possible herpes cure.

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" "Acyclovir - An Anti-viral Drug For Treatment Of Genital Herpes " "" 0 False "Hayden Eck " "" "What is Genital Herpes?

It is a sexually transmitted infection or disease^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ which is caused due to herpes simplex viruses (HSV) type 1 and type 2. Most of the genital herpes infections are caused by HSV type 2. Many people have minimal symptoms from HSV-1 or HSV-2 infection. When symptoms occur^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ they usually appear as one or more blisters on or around the genitals or rectum.

You are likely to transmit genital herpes in sexual encounters even if you do not report any symptoms of genital herpes infection. Dormant viruses of prior infections are enough for transmission of infection. You can prevent the symptoms if you take proper treatment.

Treatment for Genital Herpes – Acyclovir

One of the effective drugs that help in treating genital herpes infection is Acyclovir. It is an anti-viral drug that helps to treat infections caused by the herpes viruses. These infections can be genital herpes^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ shingles^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ chicken pox and cold sores.

Acyclovir does not cure a herpes outbreak or infection. It just helps to reduce symptoms of genital herpes infection and results in a much quicker recovery and ease in pain.

Ingredients of Acyclovir

Acyclovir works by inhibiting enzymes^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ which genital herpes virus needs for replication of DNA in cells. The action of this drug stops the virus from multiplying. Acyclovir works more quickly than natural defense system in body.

When you start treatment with Acyclovir^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ the rash and sores associated with herpes viruses stop working and disappear within few days. You should never stop the treatment course mid way even if the symptoms disappear within few days after taking medication.

Benefits of Acyclovir

Acyclovir medication proves useful to treat not only genital herpes infection but also other infections such as cold sores^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ shingles^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and chicken pox. These benefits of Acyclovir give you choice to choose this drug against many other drugs available in the market.

Who can take Acyclovir?

You need to give your medical details to your doctor before you buy Acyclovir for herpes infection. Food and Drug Administration has placed Acyclovir into FDA pregnancy category C. This means that the effect of this drug on unborn babies is still unknown. You should avoid this drug if you are pregnant. You should consult your doctor before taking Acyclovir even if you are breast-feeding.

Many vaginal infections show different symptoms. The most common symptom is vaginal discharge. It is quite normal for women to have vaginal discharge. However^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ symptoms that signal a genital infection include abnormal discharge^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ colored^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ thick^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ profuse^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ frothy blood. They may feel irritation^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ itching and soreness in their private area and intercourse may become painful.

These vaginal problems are so annoying that women often feel anxiety. They need right treatment therapy to counter these problems. If you ask a doctor about it^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ he might conduct some proper medical tests to diagnose the type of infection. If it is genital herpes^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ then doctor may suggest Acyclovir to treat these infections of vagina.

Availability of Acyclovir

You can buy Acyclovir online from reputed and genuine online sources. This process is quite easy and it takes your least amount of time. You should research about the genuineness of the online resource^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ which you choose for buying Acyclovir.

After you select your online resource^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ then it becomes your guide and takes you through every process of buying Acyclovir online.

Please note: You may experience some side effects if you take this medication without doctor’s consultation. The most common side effects include headache^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ memory loss^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ fatigue^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ pain in the legs^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and sore throat.

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Some estimates suggest that as many as 1 in 6 people may carry some form of the herpes virus in their body^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ either active or inactive. Could you have some form of the herpes virus right now and not even know it? Get some straight facts about the various viruses that make up the herpes virus family.

To most people the word !%EJNQ&%$%$@HGherpes!%EJNQ&%$%$@HG conjures up an image of genital herpes^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ the incurable virus that is transmitted through sexual contact and causes blisters on the genitals. However herpes is in fact a family of viruses that is extremely widespread and can cause a number of conditions affecting the skin^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ mouth^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ eyes^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ brain or^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ in rare cases^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ the whole body.

Some estimates suggest that as many as 1 in 6 people may carry some form of the herpes virus in their body^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ either active or inactive.

Forms of the herpes virus include herpes simplex type 1 (cold sores)^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ herpes simplex type 2 (genital herpes)^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ varicella-zoster virus (chickenpox)^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ cytomegalovirus (mild hepatitis)^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ Epstein-Barr virus (mononucleosis) and herpes-zoster (shingles). All of these conditions are caused by viruses in the herpes family.

Two similar conditions^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ herpes gestationis and dermatitis herpetiformis^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ both produce herpes-like blisters on the skin but are not related to or caused by any of the various herpes viruses.

The many diseases that are caused by the herpes virus may differ widely from one another^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ but they all share
a few common traits:

They are generally very contagious.

The viruses can survive in latent form for long periods of time after the initial infection.

They are not curable. (However^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ there are effective treatments that can render the virus dormant^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ even in genital herpes)
Estimates suggest that nearly 30 million Americans are infected with herpes simplex type 1 (HSV-1) and despite many studies over many years there has been little success in developing either a cure or an effective vaccine.

Many of the viruses in the herpes family do not recur after the initial disease outbreak^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ such as chicken pox for example. However all herpes viruses^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ when not active^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ remain dormant in your body^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ hidden in nerve tissues and escaping detection by the immune system.

It is unsure exactly how and why a latent herpes virus will suddenly trigger into an active infection^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ however it is known that certain stresses to the immune system appear to bring on an outbreak. These stresses that may lead to outbreaks include illness^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ injury^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ emotional stress^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ poor diet^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ over exposure to sunlight^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and even menstruation.

A strong immune system seems to lessen recurrence of outbreaks^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ though outbreaks may continue throughout life. Studies show that chickenpox and shingles have a recurrence of nearly zero while HSV-1 has a recurrence rate of 14 percent and herpes simplex type 2 (HSV-2) has a recurrence rate of 60 percent.

It is HSV-2 that most commonly causes genital infections^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and HSV-1 that most commonly causes infections of the lips; however either viruses can be passed from one location to the other.

Studies have also shown that herpes sores can also provide an entryway for other infections.
Women with the herpes virus may even have an increased risk of cervical cancer and it is important for any women who has had herpes to have a cervical smear test (Pap test) every one or two years.

Whether you have been diagnosed with some form of herpes or not^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ practicing common sense prevention can go a long way in controlling the spread of herpes. For instance^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ avoid kissing persons who currently have sores on their mouth or lips.
Always practice safe sex in non-monogamous relationships and avoid all sexual contact with any partner who is exhibiting symptoms of an active outbreak of genital herpes until symptoms have disappeared. While most^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ but not all^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ male genital herpes outbreaks are easily detected^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ female genital herpes outbreaks can many times go completely unnoticed. In fact^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ many women with genital herpes don't realize they have contracted the virus until they have passed it on to a partner.

Using a condom may or may not prevent the spread of the herpes virus from one partner to another^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ whether one partner has an active outbreak or not; So while using condoms may be better than no protection at all^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ you should be aware that even condoms are not 100% effective in protecting against the transmission of the herpes virus.

If you have a history of herpes^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ avoid getting overtired or allowing yourself to get run down. When you are fatigued^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ your immune system cannot function as well^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and you may be more vulnerable to a recurrence of herpes.

If you suspect you might have some form of the herpes virus or if you have a partner that has herpes^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ please see your local health care provider for a diagnosis and medical advise.

" "What Exactly Is A Cold Sore? " "" 0 False " Search EzineArticles.com " "" "

Cold sores^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ also called fever blisters^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ are small wounds that appear on the lips or around the mouth. These sores seemingly appear at random and can be both painful and embarrassing. The reality is that the herpes simplex virus (HSV) causes cold sores.

Most people find the connection between herpes and cold sores to be very alarming^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ but it is not. There are two types of herpes simplex virus^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ HSV-1 and HSV-2. HSV-1 usually causes cold sores and is found in most people. HSV-2 usually causes genital herpes and is much more rare. Sometimes HSV-2 does cause mouth herpes and HSV-1 can cause genital herpes^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ but it is uncommon and not seen very often.

The HSV-1 virus is usually transmitted through contact with a contaminated fluid such as kissing^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ or it can spread through sneezing^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ coughing^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ or touching a cold sore. The HSV-1 virus is often spread from parent to child when the child comes in contact with an item that a parent with a cold sore has touched or used. The first time a person is infected with the HSV-1 virus is called the primary herpetic stomatitis and usually does not result in a cold sore. The virus can lie dormant for many years. Most people come into contact with the HSV-1 virus by the time they are five years old but do not get their first cold sore until after puberty.

Cold sores usually go away on their own over the course of a week to ten days. They do not leave scars and often do not recur for many years. The cold sores often burst open after a few days and expel a clear fluid before drying up and disappearing.

For some people^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ cold sores are too painful or embarrassing to be left alone to simply disappear independently. For these people^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ there are OTC and prescription medicines to speed up the healing process. Cold sores are a painful nuisance that nearly everyone experiences. There is no prevention for cold sores^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ but there are many treatments available to make the experience as easy as possible.

Cold Sores Info provides detailed information about the cause of cold sores^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ as well as treatment^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ home remedies^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ curious^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ and answers to frequently-asked questions^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ such as “Are cold sores contagious?” Cold Sores Info is affiliated with Original Content.

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" "Herpes Misinformation: Transferring Cold Sores During Oral Sex " "" 0 False "By John Trout " "" "

Question: If I suffers from cold sores (herpes simplex 1) but not from genital herpes (herpes simplex 2)^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ is it possible for me to pass on the virus to my partner during oral sex; even if I am cold-sore free at the time?

Answer: Unfortunately^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ yes^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ even though the chances are slim^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ either herpes virus — Herpes Simplex Type 1 (HSV-1) or Herpes Simplex Type 2 (HSV-2)^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ can infect the mouth or genitals and can be transferred from one partner to another even if the infected partner is asymptomatic at the time.

Since there are few faster ways to ruin a relationship than when one partner give the other herpes^UFGJNGFHSD%$^ lets clear-up some more herpes misinformation that could save you from giving or receiving the gift that keeps on giving.