Herpes
Synopsis of Herpes
Herpes is a viral infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). There are two primary types:
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HSV-1: Most often causes oral herpes (cold sores or fever blisters) around the mouth and face.
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HSV-2: Typically causes genital herpes, but both types can infect either location through oral-genital contact.
Herpes is highly contagious and spreads through direct skin-to-skin contact, especially during active outbreaks. Once acquired, the virus remains dormant in nerve cells and can reactivate periodically, often triggered by stress, illness, sun exposure, or immune suppression.
Symptoms of an outbreak may include:
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Tingling, itching, or burning before lesions appear
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Painful blisters or ulcers at the site of infection
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Swollen lymph nodes
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Fever or body aches (during first outbreak)
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Emotional distress due to recurrence and social stigma
Most people with herpes experience milder or asymptomatic cases, but the virus can still be transmitted during inactive phases through viral shedding.
When to see a doctor:
If experiencing painful sores, flu-like symptoms, or recurrent outbreaks, seek evaluation. A healthcare provider can confirm diagnosis with swabs or blood tests and may prescribe antiviral medications to reduce symptoms and transmission risk.
Natural remedies for Herpes
Apply Cold Compresses: Helps reduce pain, swelling, and itching.
Avoid Triggers: Manage stress, get regular sleep, and protect lips from sun exposure.
Keep Affected Area Clean and Dry: Prevents secondary infection and speeds healing.
Avoid Touching Sores: Wash hands frequently and avoid sharing utensils, towels, or razors.
Boost Immunity: Through diet, hydration, and stress reduction.
Ingredients
These raw ingredients are often used in alternative medicine to treat Herpes
aloe vera
bisabolol
cat's claw
Coptis chinensis
turmeric
echinacea purpurea
elderberry
goldenseal
honeysuckle
l-cystine
l-lysine
lactoferrin
lactoperoxidase
lauric acid
licorice root
monolaurin
omega-3 fatty acids
oregon grape
PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid)
pantothenic acid (vitamin B5)
purified silver
reishi mushroom
schizonepeta
scrophularia root
vitamin B
vitamin B6
vitamin C
zinc
Indian bael
commiphora
tinospora cordifolia
blackboard tree
ganoderma
oriental arborvitae
eucalyptus
camphor oil
menthol oil
paw paw
melaleuca alternifolia
10-Hydroxy-2-Decanoic Acid
Aloe Polysaccharide
Aliphatic alcohol
Alpha-terpineol
Aloe Polysaccharide
Allicin
Anamu
AHCC
Aconite
Andrographis paniculata
Andrographolide
Alpha Hydroxy Acids
Aloe
Acemannan
Alpha Glucans
Asian Plantain
Ant
Aloe macroclada
Artemisia (unspecified)
Atlantic Cedar
Bee Propolis
Bentonite
Babchi
Baphicacanthus cusia
Broussonetia
Beta-Glucans
Billygoat plum
Bitter Grass
Boerhavia diffussa
Benzoic acid
Birch (unspecified)
Blue-Green Algae
Balsam (unspecified)
Benzyl benzoate
Black Seed Oil
Blue-Green Alage
Black Walnut
Bruteridine
benzyl isothiocyanate
Boric acid
Copaiba balsam
Colloidal Silver
coconut oil
Colloid
Carvacrol
Common Plantain
Commiphora (unspecified)
Citral
Centipeda
coconut oil
Commiphora wightii
Chlorine
Dianthus
Diatomite
Dendroxine
Deoxyandrographolides
Docosanol
Ellagic Acid
Echinacea
Echinacea angustifolia
Echinacosides
European Barberry
Euphorbia
elderberry
Esein
Eugenol
Flueggea?suffruticosa
Fomes fomentarius
Ficus simplicissima
Glycolic acid
Glyceryl monolaurate
gamma-terpinene
Globulins
glycyrrhizic acid
Glyceryl monolaurate
Glycyrrhetinic Acid
Glycyrrhizinic acid
Glycerol monolaureate
Glycyrrhizin
Honeysuckle
Hypericin
Hedyotis diffusa
Honeysuckle (unspecified)
Honey
Henna
Immunoglobulin G
Immunoglobulins
Isatis
immunoglobulin
Japanese Honeysuckle
Litsea
Lysine aspartate
Lichen (unspecified)
Lactoperoxidase
Lauric acid
L-Cysteine
Lysine
Lauric acid
Lysozyme
Labrador Tea
Lithospermum erythrorhizon
Lactoperoxidase
Liverwort
Mountain Pepper
Morinda
Monolaurin
Marshmallow
Mangostin
Momordica (unspecified)
Niacinamide ascorbate
Neoandrographolides
N-acetylneuraminic acid
Naphthoquinones
Nicotinamide
Naphthoquinone (unspecified)
Propolis
Phellodendron
Polysaccharide
Podophyllum
Patrinia
Papayotin
pyridoxine-alpha-ketoglutarate (PAK)
Peony (unspecified)
Pearl
Phenols (unspecified)
Phodymprhenia pertusa
Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5)
Quisqualis
Rue
Red Sage
Sophora (unspecified)
Salt (sea)
Sea Buckthorn Oil
Solanum indicum
Saccharomyces cerevisiae peptides
Silver
Streptococcus (mixed)
Slippery Elm
Sesquiterpene
Shiitake
Squash (unspecified)
Sandalwood
Semecarpus anacardium
Stereospermum
Silver
Southern Elder
Sword Bean
Sulphur
Terpinen-4-ol
Tyrosinase
Thuja
Thiosulfanate
Transfer Factor
Tea Tree
Tea Tree Oil
Thiosulfinate
Vitamin E (tocopherol ascorbyl palmitate)
Vitamin B5 (unspecified)
Vitamin B5 (mixed)
Vitamin B3 (nicotinamide)
Varuna
Vitamin B12 (adenosylcobalamin)
Vitamin A (vitamin A acetate)
Vitamin B3 (unspecified)
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxal 5-phosphate)
Vitamin C
Vitricin
Wax
Winter Begonia
Winter Savory
Zinc osporotate
Zinc magnesium aspartate
