Herpes home remedy
Herpes is an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus.
There are two types of herpes simplex virus. Type 1 usually causes oral herpes, or . Herpes simplex type 2 usually causes genital herpes. Although both type 1 and type 2 herpes simplex viruses can infect oral tissues, more than 95 percent of recurrent fever blister outbreaks are caused by the type 1 virus.
The herpes simplex virus is easily transmittable during sex.
Both herpes simplex 1 and herpes simplex 2 can produce sores in and around the vaginal area, on the penis, around the anal opening, and on the buttocks or thighs.
Herpes simplex remains in certain nerve cells of the body for life, and can produce symptoms off and on in infected people.
The herpes home remedies are not to cure herpes, that's impossible, they are meant to relief the symptoms caused by the herpes simplex virus.
Herpes home remedy #1
Hygiene is very important. Do not touch the sores and wash your hands frequently during the day. Fingernails should be scrubbed daily. Keep your body clean.
Herpes home remedy #2
Blisters or sores should be kept clean and dry with something like cornstarch. Do NOT use talcum powder!!
Herpes home remedy #3
Don't wear tight-fitting clothing, this slows the healing process.
Herpes home remedy #4
Luke warm baths can be helpful.
Herpes home remedy #5
Wear cotton underwear instead of synthetic underwear.
Herpes home remedy #6
Don't have sex in any way during the outbreaks or when you suffer from herpes symptoms.
Herpes home remedy #7
Over-the-counter medications can be used to reduce fever and local tenderness.
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