Herpes

Herpes is one of the common of more than 30 different sexually transmitted diseases (STD’s) in America today. Herpes is an infection that is caused by one of two closely related viruses, herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). Both of which are very easily caught, have similar symptoms, and can occur on different parts of the body. Even though it is most common to see the virus HSV-1 appear as …

…and because moisture can slow the healing process it is recommended to keep the sores dry by sprinkling cornstarch directly on sores. For those people who have more than six outbreaks a year may be prescribed a daily dosage of acyclovir, famiciclovir, or valcyclovir, which may reduce the frequency of recurrences or weaken the virus. At least one out of four Americans between 15 and 55 will get at least one sexually transmitted disease, so be prepared!