{"id":513,"date":"2023-01-10T07:19:43","date_gmt":"2023-01-10T07:19:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/manodienste.com\/?p=513"},"modified":"2022-09-02T11:39:57","modified_gmt":"2022-09-02T11:39:57","slug":"4-essential-oils-to-manage-herpes-and-how-to-use-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/manodienste.com\/?p=513","title":{"rendered":"4 Essential Oils to Manage Herpes and How to Use Them"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">In this article:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<nav>\n<ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\">\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\">Essential Oils to Deal With Herpes<\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\">Preventative Tips Against Herpes<\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\">Most-Asked Questions About Herpes<\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\">Final Word<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<p>Herpes is a common viral infection that causes sores and blisters on the skin. It is caused by two viral strains of the herpes simplex virus \u2013 HSV-1 and HSV-2.<\/p>\n<div class=\"aligncenters\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.emedihealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/home-remedies-for-herpes-feat.jpg\" alt=\"home remedies to help deal with herpes\" width=\"1200\" height=\"811\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.emedihealth.com\/skin-beauty\/more-skin-conditions\/manage-herpes\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"4 Essential Oils to Manage Herpes and How to Use Them\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/img.emedihealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/home-remedies-for-herpes-feat.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>HSV can stay dormant in your nerve cells forever after the infection. Hence, treatment revolves around preventing the reactivation of the virus and future recurrence of the sores. (1)<\/p>\n<p>Along with antiviral medicines, a few essential oils are known to provide quick relief from the painful sores.<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"essential_oils_to_deal_with_herpes\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>Essential Oils to Deal With Herpes<\/h2>\n<p>Here are some essential oils you can try to shorten your healing time:<\/p>\n<p><!-- WP QUADS Content Ad Plugin v. 2.0.27.2 --><\/p>\n<div id=\"quads-ad2\" class=\"quads-location quads-ad2\" style=\"float: none; margin: 10px 0px 10px 0px; text-align: center;\">\n<div id=\"div-gpt-ad-1582735877778-0\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>1. Use peppermint oil<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.emedihealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/peppermint-oil-helps-to-treat-herpes.jpg\" alt=\"peppermint oil usage can help manage herpes\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.emedihealth.com\/skin-beauty\/more-skin-conditions\/manage-herpes\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"4 Essential Oils to Manage Herpes and How to Use Them\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/img.emedihealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/peppermint-oil-helps-to-treat-herpes.jpg\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Peppermint oil is another traditional remedy for skin infections. A recent study demonstrated the effects of peppermint oil on HSV. When used in high concentrations, it effectively helped reduce both HSV-1 and HSV-2 viral titers.<\/p>\n<p>Peppermint oil also helps combat HSV-1 strains resistant to antiviral medicines such as acyclovir. It can be used as a topical treatment for herpes sores. (2)<\/p>\n<h4>How to use:<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li>Mix \u00bd a teaspoon of peppermint oil and 3 tablespoons of carrier oil (coconut\/olive oil).<\/li>\n<li>Apply this mixture to your sores twice a day. (3)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>2. Add\u00a0chamomile oil to your bathwater<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.emedihealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/chamomile-oil-helps-to-treat-herpes.jpg\" alt=\"chamomile oil can be effective against herpes\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.emedihealth.com\/skin-beauty\/more-skin-conditions\/manage-herpes\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"4 Essential Oils to Manage Herpes and How to Use Them\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/img.emedihealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/chamomile-oil-helps-to-treat-herpes.jpg\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Chamomile oil is known for its potent anti-inflammatory properties. It contains phenolic compounds that help fight infections and has been shown to be effective against HSV-1 and HSV-2. (4)<\/p>\n<h4>How to use:<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li>Add a few drops of chamomile oil to your bathwater.<\/li>\n<li>Soak in it for 15\u201320 minutes every day. (5)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>3. Give\u00a0eucalyptus oil a try<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.emedihealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/eucalyptus-oil-helps-to-treat-herpes.jpg\" alt=\"try using eucalyptus oil to aid relief from herpes\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.emedihealth.com\/skin-beauty\/more-skin-conditions\/manage-herpes\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"4 Essential Oils to Manage Herpes and How to Use Them\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/img.emedihealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/eucalyptus-oil-helps-to-treat-herpes.jpg\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Eucalyptus oil has powerful antimicrobial properties and contains polyphenolic compounds that can help curb the viral infection. It has been demonstrated to display antiviral activity against HSV. (4)<\/p>\n<h4>How to use:<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li>Add a few drops of eucalyptus oil to \u00bd cup of coconut or olive oil.<\/li>\n<li>Apply this mixture to the affected area twice a day.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>4. Use tea tree oil<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.emedihealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/tea-tree-oil-helps-to-treat-herpes.jpg\" alt=\"use tea tree oil to help manage herpes infection\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.emedihealth.com\/skin-beauty\/more-skin-conditions\/manage-herpes\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"4 Essential Oils to Manage Herpes and How to Use Them\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/img.emedihealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/tea-tree-oil-helps-to-treat-herpes.jpg\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Tea tree oil is also a traditional remedy for skin infections. It contains antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties that help treat the painful sores associated with HSV infections. (6)(7)<\/p>\n<h4>How to use:<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li>Mix a few drops of tea tree oil with 1 tablespoon of any carrier oil.<\/li>\n<li>Apply this mixture to the affected area twice a day. (8)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span id=\"preventative_tips_against_herpes\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>Preventative Tips Against Herpes<\/h2>\n<p>To prevent herpes infections:<\/p>\n<p><!-- WP QUADS Content Ad Plugin v. 2.0.27.2 --><\/p>\n<div id=\"quads-ad3\" class=\"quads-location quads-ad3\" style=\"float: none; margin: 10px 0px 10px 0px; text-align: center;\">\n<div id=\"div-gpt-ad-1607514343973-0\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Do not touch any blisters or sores on an affected individual.<\/li>\n<li>Wash towels, plates, spoons, etc., well after other people have used them before using them.<\/li>\n<li>Do not share personal care items such as toothbrushes or shaving razors with anyone else.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you do get a herpes infection, avoid any factors that may lead to the recurrence of cold sores, including:<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left: 0px;\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"color: #d3d3d3;\"><\/i> Excessive sun exposure<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"color: #d3d3d3;\"><\/i> Physical or emotional stress<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"color: #d3d3d3;\"><\/i> Onset of metabolic disorders such as diabetes (9)<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"color: #d3d3d3;\"><\/i> Touching any sore or lesion on your body (10)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"most-asked_questions_about_herpes\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>Most-Asked Questions About Herpes<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.emedihealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/general-queries-about-herpes.jpg\" alt=\"general queries about herpes\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.emedihealth.com\/skin-beauty\/more-skin-conditions\/manage-herpes\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"4 Essential Oils to Manage Herpes and How to Use Them\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/img.emedihealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/general-queries-about-herpes.jpg\" \/><\/figure>\n<h3>Is an HSV infection dangerous?<\/h3>\n<p>Herpes is a highly contagious disease but can be managed symptomatically by a doctor in most cases. (1)<\/p>\n<h3>How long does it take to cure genital herpes?<\/h3>\n<p>Herpes sores should generally resolve in 2\u20133 weeks in healthy individuals. (11)<\/p>\n<h3>Is it possible to give yourself herpes by touching a cold sore and then touching your genitals?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, the virus can easily be transmitted via touch. (9)<\/p>\n<h3>Does lysine treat herpes?<\/h3>\n<p>No. No significant evidence supports the use of lysine to treat a herpes infection. (12)<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"final_word\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>Final Word<\/h2>\n<p>Herpes can be a painful and embarrassing condition. However, it is extremely common, and a number of ways can prevent the recurrence of its sores and blisters.<\/p>\n<p><!-- WP QUADS Content Ad Plugin v. 2.0.27.2 --><\/p>\n<div id=\"quads-ad4\" class=\"quads-location quads-ad4\" style=\"float: none; margin: 10px 0px 10px 0px; text-align: center;\">\n<div id=\"div-gpt-ad-1595955311642-0\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jeg_post_tags\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this article: &nbsp; Essential Oils to Deal With Herpes Preventative Tips Against Herpes Most-Asked Questions About Herpes Final Word Herpes is a common viral infection that causes sores and blisters on the skin. It is caused by two viral strains of the herpes simplex virus \u2013 HSV-1 and HSV-2. 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