Homeopathic Treatments For Genital Herpes

A beginner's guide to homeopathic treatment for genital herpes

It is already well known that there is currently no cure for genital herpes. Thus all treatment for genital herpes is aimed at giving relief from, hastening the healing and lessening the frequency of the appearance of herpes' primary symptom-herpes sores. In the quest for more effective methods, some experts recommend homeopathic treatment. Genital herpes sores have been known to disappear faster and relief from the pain and itchiness has been shown to occur after such treatment.

Homeopathic treatments are an alternative way to curing a disease. Although it is not advised that this be the only means pursued in seeking relief from herpes symptoms, homeopathic remedies may work well with conventional methods of treatment for genital herpes. Moreover, before trying any treatment that involves alternative medicine, it would be wise to consult your medical specialist before trying it out.

The homeopathic approach to medicine focuses as much on the person as the disease he or she is suffering from. The right cure for a certain disease depends not only on the patient's physical state but also on his psychological state. Thus, a homeopathic treatment regimen for one person may differ from another. Despite the fact that there has been little or no studies that could scientifically prove the efficacy of homeopathic treatment , genital herpes patients have usually narrated satisfactory results after trying it out.

Homeopathic treatment usually involves the use of natural or naturally-occurring compounds to help combat a disease. The remedies prescribed not only help to heal the herpes sores faster but are aimed at increasing the resistance of the immune system of the patient in order to reduce the frequency and recurrence of herpes sores. Some homeopathic remedies for genital herpes include the following:

• Eat a well balanced diet.  A diet rich in whole grains, fresh fruit, vegetables, fish, and lean meat aids greatly reinforcing the immune system of a person.  Reduce your intake of alcohol and caffeine.


• The use of some herbs which have been known to possess antiviral qualities also strengthen the immune system and fight the recurrence of the disease.  These include echinacea, garlic, red marine algae, tea tree oil, aloe vera and lemon extract.


• Avoid stress and overexposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays.  These are known to trigger the outbreak of herpes sores.  Exercise and stress relief activities such as yoga or meditation can aid greatly in this regard.