The Signs and Herpes Treatment - Get Rid of Herpes Simplex Virus

Herpes is a viral skin disease that can be spread from one person to the other through skin contact, kiss. There is also genital herpes simplex virus which is spread through sexual intercourse with an infected person. This disease can be contacted even when it is in an inactive state in the body of the infected person. By maintaining proper hygiene one can be safeguarded from this skin disease. On the other side, when it is sexually transmitted it can be difficult to prevent if their have been an unprotected sexual relationship with an infected person.

Below we are going to talk about the signs of herpes so that you can have an idea of the symptoms.

Signs of Herpes

The signs often become visible with the first two days after the initial contact with an infected person and this include a sore, swollen glands as well as fever. Genital herpes simplex virus can remain in the body throughout a man's lifetime except that it will be inactive. There are some home remedies you can use to control the disease during its active stage.

Condom is not a complete guarantee for prevention against this sexually transmitted disease. However, condom can go along way in reducing the chances but do not rely on this.

Do not make use of bathtub as this virus can be active for a long time. It is advisable to make use of showers instead.

This virus is present in the saliva of an infected person and can be spread by through mouth. If you happen to kiss someone with this disease, you can easily get infected.

Herpes Treatment

In the area of herpes treatment, home remedy isn't a bad idea. You can put serious consideration into your nutrition. In almost all sickness, having a healthy diet will help fight and strengthen the body immune system against infections. Below are some of the home remedies to use to fight this virus.

Baking Soda can help out in reducing the itching often accompanied with this disease. Use a cotton ball to apply soda on the affected area two to three times daily.

Milk helps to reduce swelling and pain. Apply the milk in the affected area twice daily.

Peppermint tea also can help to fight against fever. Bear in mind, home remedies will not be too effective for serious pain and itching.

There are medicines like Acyclovir that is commonly used for treatment of herpes simplex virus and it can kill viruses in direct contact.

To Your Success,

John Benjamin