{"id":515,"date":"2022-12-31T21:13:01","date_gmt":"2022-12-31T21:13:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/manodienste.com\/?p=515"},"modified":"2022-09-02T11:40:13","modified_gmt":"2022-09-02T11:40:13","slug":"herpes-causes-symptoms-diagnosis-and-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/manodienste.com\/?p=515","title":{"rendered":"Herpes: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment"},"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\">Causes of Herpes<\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\">Symptoms of Herpes<\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\">Treatment of Herpes<\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\">Diagnosing Herpes<\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\">Risk Factor for Herpes<\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\">When to See a Doctor<\/li>\n<li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\">Final Word<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<p>The herpes simplex virus (HSV) causes painful lesions and sores on the skin. (1) Two major types of herpes infections are caused by the two virus strains, HSV-1 and HSV-2. (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\/herpes-causes-symptoms-feat.jpg\" alt=\"herpes: signs, causes, and treatment\" width=\"1200\" height=\"811\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.emedihealth.com\/skin-beauty\/more-skin-conditions\/treat-herpes\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Herpes: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/img.emedihealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/herpes-causes-symptoms-feat.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>HSV-1 is more associated with oral herpes and eye infections, whereas HSV-2 commonly causes genital herpes. (3)(4)<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"causes_of_herpes\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>Causes of Herpes<\/h2>\n<p>HSV spreads via direct contact with an infected person. It is usually not transmitted through a person\u2019s belongings such as bedsheets and commonly spreads through skin-to-skin contact.<\/p>\n<p>The virus stays in the body forever once you get it. After the first bout of lesions and other symptoms are treated, the virus travels to the nerve cells and stays dormant. However, factors such as compromised immunity, illnesses, UV exposure, or stress can reactivate it. (5)<\/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<p>Some people may get infected with HSV and show no symptoms. They are called \u201casymptomatic carriers\u201d and may unknowingly spread the infection to other people. (6)<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"symptoms_of_herpes\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>Symptoms of Herpes<\/h2>\n<p>Herpes symptoms may appear a couple of days or even weeks after the infection. The most common symptoms of herpes are: (7)<\/p>\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\/symptoms-of-herpes.jpg\" alt=\"signs and symptoms of herpes\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.emedihealth.com\/skin-beauty\/more-skin-conditions\/treat-herpes\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Herpes: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/img.emedihealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/symptoms-of-herpes.jpg\" \/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left: 0px;\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"color: #d3d3d3;\"><\/i> Skin irritation, burning, or itching<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"color: #d3d3d3;\"><\/i> Blisters and sores around the mouth (8)<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"color: #d3d3d3;\"><\/i> Sores in and around the anus and genital area<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"color: #d3d3d3;\"><\/i> Fever and inflammation<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"color: #d3d3d3;\"><\/i> Painful urination associated with genital herpes<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"color: #d3d3d3;\"><\/i> Eye infections (9)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box-blue\">\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Some people may get infected but have no symptoms at all. If you suspect you have been infected by herpes or have come in close contact with an affected individual, it is best to get yourself tested and consult a doctor.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"treatment_of_herpes\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>Treatment of 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\/treatment-of-herpes.jpg\" alt=\"treatment for herpes\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.emedihealth.com\/skin-beauty\/more-skin-conditions\/treat-herpes\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Herpes: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/img.emedihealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/treatment-of-herpes.jpg\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>There is no complete cure for herpes. The virus can stay in your body forever after the infection. However, once the initial outbreak of blisters is cured, you can hopefully prevent recurrence by avoiding stress and other aggravating factors. (10)<\/p>\n<p>The blisters and sores caused by HSV usually clear on their own. Your doctor can shorten the healing time by prescribing antiviral medications and painkillers.<\/p>\n<p>Commonly prescribed medicines for herpes are:<\/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>Antiviral drugs such as acyclovir, famciclovir, and valacyclovir<\/li>\n<li>Painkillers such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen (7)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span id=\"diagnosing_herpes\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>Diagnosing Herpes<\/h2>\n<p>Your doctor can diagnose a herpes infection simply by examining your sores and lesions. In some cases, they may take a sample from the lesions to confirm the diagnosis. They may also ask you to undergo a blood test or a Tzanck test. (11)<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"risk_factor_for_herpes\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>Risk Factor for Herpes<\/h2>\n<p>Some people are more at risk of getting infected by herpes. These include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Immunocompromised individuals (people with immune disorders or those infected with HIV)<\/li>\n<li>People suffering from diabetes (12)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span id=\"when_to_see_a_doctor\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>When to See a Doctor<\/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\/herpes-when-to-see-a-doctor.jpg\" alt=\"when to consult a doctor regarding herpes?\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/www.emedihealth.com\/skin-beauty\/more-skin-conditions\/treat-herpes\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Herpes: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/img.emedihealth.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/herpes-when-to-see-a-doctor.jpg\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Consult a primary care doctor or dermatologist immediately if:<\/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> You have cold sores near the eyes.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"color: #d3d3d3;\"><\/i> You have a weakened immune system due to disease or medication.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"color: #d3d3d3;\"><\/i> Your sores are not healing even after a couple of weeks.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-angle-double-right\" style=\"color: #d3d3d3;\"><\/i> Your blisters are extremely painful. (13)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-fancy su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\">\n<div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" role=\"button\">What you may ask your doctor<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<ul>\n<li>What is my treatment plan?<\/li>\n<li>What are the side effects of this medication?<\/li>\n<li>Can oral herpes lead to genital herpes?<\/li>\n<li>Is herpes contagious even when I do not show symptoms?<\/li>\n<li>How can I prevent future outbreaks?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-fancy su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\">\n<div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" role=\"button\">What your doctor may ask you<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<ul>\n<li>How long have you had these sores?<\/li>\n<li>What medications are you taking right now?<\/li>\n<li>Have you come in contact with anyone who has herpes?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"final_word\" class=\"ez-toc-section\"><\/span>Final Word<\/h2>\n<p>Herpes is a very common viral infection. More than 40% of Americans are estimated to have genital or oral herpes. Most of these individuals are asymptomatic and do not develop sores.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_post_tags\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this article: &nbsp; Causes of Herpes Symptoms of Herpes Treatment of Herpes Diagnosing Herpes Risk Factor for Herpes When to See a Doctor Final Word The herpes simplex virus (HSV) causes painful lesions and sores on the skin. 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