SYMPTOMS OF HERPES SIMPLEX compiled based on our clinical experience
- Blisters or sores over the lips, genital region and anal region.
- Some patients may also feel burning sensation or itching or rashes over the lips, genital region or anal region.
- Few people with herpes simplex have been found to have constipation.
- In few people there is no outbreak but they show positive for blood tests for herpes.
- Burning sensation while passing urine.
- Formation of scars over the genital region.
If you have any of the following symptoms you must immediately contact the doctor.
OUTBREAK TRIGGERING FACTORS WE HAVE OBSERVED IN PATIENTS
- In few people there may be outbreaks after having an sexual intercourse, alcohol consumption or after menstrual cycle in women.
- Stress plays a major role in the life of herpes patients, most of the HSV positive patients get outbreaks after excessive stress and after lack of sleep.
TESTS FOR HERPES SIMPLEX
Preliminary Test – HSV 1 and 2 IgG and IgM Antibody test
Confirmatory Test – HSV 1and 2 PCR DNA test
HOW TO PREVENT HSV ?
Herpes simplex can be prevented by avoiding having oral and sexual intercourse during an outbreak. Taking allopathic anti herpes drugs like acyclovir, etc regularly can help prevent transmission of virus. Unlike HIV it cannot be prevented by using condom as it is mainly spread by skin contact.
TREATMENT FOR HERPES SIMPLEX
Treatment for herpes simplex consist of tablets and capsules which are to be taken three times a day before and after food. Medicine will be given for 30 days and blood tests will be conducted to check the reduction in IgG levels. Similarly blood test should be repeated every 30 days. For more details contact Dr. Santhosh Selvam – mobile: 09092915154.
ABOUT DR. SANTHOSH SELVAM
A very renowned specialist for herpes simplex 1 & 2 treatment & other venereal diseases through Siddha Medicine in Chennai, India. You can get a detailed profile on Dr. K. A. Santhosh Selvam via LinkedIn.
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Sakthi’s Hospital And Research Center (S.H.A.R.C.)
No.26, Kumaran Colony Main Road,
Vadapalani, Chennai-600026
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