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Herpes
Overview
A highly contagious infection, herpes is a viral infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. There are two types of herpes - oral herpes that causes cold sores or fever blisters around the mouth. The other, genital herpes, causes sores below the waist. The latter is sexually transmitted and causes pain and blisters in the genital area. Herpes can be transferred by kissing, sharing eating utensils or having intimate contact. Stress, fatigue, pregnancy, hormonal imbalance and cosmetic surgery are also some of the causes of herpes. Painful sores, flu-like symptoms, fever, and swollen glands are some of the symptoms of herpes.
Featured Remedy
Herpes Cook one cup of olive oil in a pot, add some bee wax and lavender oil. Cool and smear on the herpes.
Ingredients
Herpes
Olive oil
Bee wax
Lavender oil
Precautions
Herpes
Hygiene is important to avoid spreading infections. Do not touch the sores. Wash hands frequently during the day. Fingernails should be scrubbed daily.
Don't depend on a condom to protect you or your partner. They help, but they may not cover the entire area. Viral shedding may also occur in the infected area, making the spread of the disease to a sexual partner easy, even if protection is used.
Don't wear tight-fitting pants or underwear.
Shower, don't soak in the tub. Shedding virus can escape into the water.
Other Remedies
Herpes
Grate a carrot and wrap it in a cloth. Apply this on the blisters. It would lessen glandular swelling and alleviate the pain thereby providing healing effect.
Increase in the consumption of foods rich in vitamins, zinc and iron. It is also advisable to have lots of leafy vegetables and fruits.
Take a tea bag and dip it in a cup of hot water. Apply this warm tea bag on the blisters for half an hour.
Applying Aloe Vera gel on the blisters also provides relief from the herpes.
Take a cotton ball and dip it in cornstarch. Dab this cotton on the sores. It would provide relief to a person suffering from herpes.
Intake a cup of peppermint tea as it would be helpful in lessening the pain and fever.
All advice is intended to be for informational purposes only, and not a substitute for professional or medical advice and/or diagnosis/treatment. DesiDieter does not provide medical advice and is not a substitute for professional medical advice from a qualified healthcare provider.
