Friday, November 12, 2010

Has A Herpes Cure Been Found?

By Bart Boots

The existence of a herpes cure is an issue that has raised great controversy. Herpes is a viral disease. This means that it is caused by viruses. Viruses are small infectious agents that live inside cells of living things. When viruses enter the body, they multiply. The viruses that cause herpes are herpes simplex virus type 1 and type 2.

The classification of infections is according to the body part they attack. One of them is oral herpes. This occurs on the face or the mouth and look like fever blisters or fever sores. Oral herpes is the commonest form of this disease.

Genital herpes which is simply known as herpes is the second most common form. This type attacks the genitals. It appears as sores that resemble cold sores. The appear on the vagina, penis, buttocks or anus.

Symptoms of this disease are itching, a burning sensation and pain. The vagina or penis may sometimes have some discharge. Muscle pain, headaches, enlarged or swollen lymph nodes may occur also. Women may feel pain while urinating.

It is possible for herpes to be transmitted from one person to the other. This means that it is contagious. The outbreak might disappear after two or three weeks. This disappearance doesn't mean the illness is totally cured. Between infections, this virus is hidden in cells of the patient's nervous system. After sometime the infections recur.

Whether herpes is curable is something that has been debated for a long time. Some people believe it is not curable as this virus stays inside the body and is dormant for long periods. Other people believe that no illness is impossible to cure.

Anyone infected by herpes should look for help. A doctor could prescribe medicine that suppresses this virus. It is a common belief that the medicine does not get rid of herpes completely. The physician should be consulted when there is an outbreak because the medication is not meant to treat infections that are dormant. The prescribed drugs are normally taken on a daily basis sometimes for a long time. They can be in ointment, intravenous or oral form.

Natural herbal treatment also exists. These herbal treatments contain anti-viral compounds that are powerful. They destroy this virus on contact by penetrating its membranes. The gravity and frequency of recurring episodes is also reduced. The process of recovery from infections also becomes faster.

Some herbal treatments behave like vaccines. This means that they help the body to develop immunity against herpes virus. Others elevate levels of oxygen when they enter skin cells. The virus is unable to survive conditions with high oxygen levels, so it dies. The natural herbs can be in tablet, spray or cream form among others.

Herpes cure still remains a controversial issue. The disease causes mental stress and anxiety. It also causes pain and itching of sores and a lot of embarrassment for the patient. It is therefore important for the affected person to seek help. A lot of information is available on the internet about the medical and natural cures for herpes. The type of treatment settled for depends on personal choice.

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