orolabial herpes, herpetic sycosis (HSV folliculitis), herpes gladiatorum, herpetic whitlow, ocular HSV infection, herpes encephalitis, Kaposi varicelliform eruption (eczema herpetic).
Root Cause of Disease
Herpes simplex virus (HSV-1) it is one type of the Cold Sore. The herpes simplex virus (HSV) is categorized into 2 types: HSV-1 . HSV-1 is mainly transmitted by oral-to-oral contact, causing oral herpes (including symptoms known as cold sores), but it can also lead to genital herpes . This type primarily causes oral herpes, characterized by cold sores or fever blisters that appear around your mouth or on your face.
Symptoms
Many people who get herpes never have symptoms. Sometimes the symptoms are mild and are mistaken for another skin condition. Symptoms of genital herpes may include
- Painful sores in the genital area, anus, buttocks, or thighs.
- Itching
- Painful urination
- Vaginal discharge
- Tender lumps in the groin
During the first outbreak (called primary herpes), you may experience flu-like symptoms. These include body aches, fever, and headache. Many people who have a herpes infection will have outbreaks of sores and symptoms from time to time. Symptoms are usually less severe than the primary outbreak. The frequency of outbreaks also tends to decrease over time.
Causes
You can transmit or contract HSV-1, or oral herpes, through direct contact with a herpes sore, saliva, or other bodily secretions during an episode. If you’re shedding the virus, someone can contract it through direct contact with the site of the infection.
Examples of direct contact include
- kissing
- oral sex
- other skin-to-skin contact
In other words, if you touch a partner’s cold sore and then touch your own face or genitals shortly afterward, you could contract the virus. Many children contract the virus after being kissed or touched on the face by an adult with a cold sore. The virus can, in theory, be transmitted through shared lip balm, razors, or drinkware and eating utensils, but this is pretty rare older estimates suggest the virus can only live outside your body for a few hours to a few days. Most of the time, the virus is transmitted through contact with sores or the site of the infection during viral shedding.
Home Remedies To Treat Herpes Simplex virus (HSV – 1)
Remedy – 1 : Ice
Ice will likely not reduce the duration of a flare-up, but it can ease the discomfort and inflammation of cold sores. Apply a cold pack directly to the sores for temporary relief.
Remedy – 2 : Aloe Vera
Materials: Aloe vera
Aloe vera gel is widely available and you can grow it as a houseplant. While research connecting the plant to cold sores is limited, showed that its anti-inflammatory and antiviral effects could have inhibitory effects.
Remedy-3: Garlic
The garlic may have antiviral properties against both strains of herpes
Procedure :
- Crush up a fresh clove of garlic and mix it with olive oil to dilute.
- You can apply this mixture to a sore up to three times per day.
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Remedy -4: Peppermint tea
Materials : Peppermint leaves , Honey, Water
This natural cure can soothe the inflammation and it can ease the pain which is caused by herpes. The peppermint oil has a specific virucidal compound which can help in the fight against HSV-1. You can dip a cotton ball in the peppermint oil and apply it on the affected area. This will give you a relief from the discomfort and inflammation caused by HSV-1.
Procedure:
- Boil 4 cups of water in a pan.
- Add peppermint leaves and turn off the heat.
- Keep the pan aside for about 5 minutes, or until the infusion turns fragrant.
- Strain into cups.
- Add honey or jaggery, if you like your tea a little sweet.
Preventions
You can help prevent the reactivation of the cold sore virus by learning your triggers and taking steps to prevent them. Some prevention tips include:
- If you get cold sores when you’re in the sun, apply a zinc oxide lip balm before soaking up some rays.
- If a cold sore pops up each time you’re stressed, practice stress management techniques such as meditation and journaling.
- Avoid kissing anyone who has a cold sore, and do not perform oral sex on anyone who has active genital herpes.
- Don’t share towels, razors, dishes, cutlery, straws, lip balm or lipstick.
- Wash your hands before touching your lips, eyes or genitals.
- Try to stay healthy: A fever can trigger a cold sore, which is why people sometimes call them fever blisters.
- Get enough rest : Fatigue weakens your immune system and makes you more likely to get sick.
