Patrice McAllister by Patrice McAllister https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k Genital Herpes - Herpes Simplex Virus 2 en-us 2018-04-13 18:18:15 UTC 2024-10-01 23:32:01 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Brightnessdown.png Herpes Simplex Virus 2 psmcallister03 https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251688217 or genital herpes as it's generally called is caused by the the pathogen Herpes Simplex Virus 2, is a sexually transmitted disease.
Genital herpes appears as blisters to the genitals which is called an outbreak.  When first coming in contact with the virus an individual may have an outbreak as early as 2 days or as late as 30 days or may even be asymptomatic, which is why the disease is wide spread.

]]> 2018-04-13 18:27:35 UTC https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251688217 Symptoms psmcallister03 https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251689638 Symptoms for men and women are generally the same and include the following:

  • Itching or tingling on the site before the blisters appear.
  • Painful blisters on the genitals, lips, inside mouth, and anywhere else the virus made contact with.
  • Blisters may become ulcerated (open sores) then crust appear within a week of the outbreak.
  • Swollen lymph glands because they help fight infection and inflammation in the body.
  • Headaches, body aches, and fever may also occur.
]]> 2018-04-13 18:30:42 UTC https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251689638 How Is Genital Herpes Acquired? psmcallister03 https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251747066 This STD causes sores that are painful blisters that can break. The viruses get into the body through the mucous membranes, thin layers of tissue that line the openings of your body. Herpes of the genitals can actually be caused by HSV-1 (cold sores) and HSV-2.  The virus is transmitted through:
  • saliva
  • semen
  • vaginal secretions
The virus can not be transmitted once it reaches room temperature or it has dried.
]]> 2018-04-13 23:51:23 UTC https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251747066 Treatment psmcallister03 https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251748372 Although, herpes can not be cured there are treatment options that will help reduce outbreaks.

Antiviral medicines that are taken at the initial sign of an outbreak may reduce the symptoms and shorten the outbreak.  If a person has frequent outbreaks they may choose to take the medication regularly.
Theses are some common prescription medicines: Famvir (famciclovir), Valtrex (valacyclovir), and Zovirax (acyclovir).]]> 2018-04-14 00:17:33 UTC https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251748372 Prevention psmcallister03 https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251749175 The only absolute way of prevention is abstaining from sexual activity but there are ways to lessen the chances of transmission by using condoms.  If a person diagnosed with herpes have an interaction with someone who does not have herpes, the chance of transmission lessens, if the person with herpes is actively taking their medication and a condom is used.

After being diagnosed with herpes the individual needs to find what triggers their outbreaks and learn to avoid the triggers. Triggers could include: stress, weak immune system, certain foods, a cold, hormonal changes (menstrual cycle), surgery, over exposure to sunlight, tight clothes.]]> 2018-04-14 00:35:38 UTC https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251749175 HSV-2 psmcallister03 https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251750962 Penis]]> 2018-04-14 01:14:54 UTC https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251750962 HSV-2 psmcallister03 https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251751135 Vagina]]> 2018-04-14 01:18:23 UTC https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251751135 Lifestyle Change: What You Know psmcallister03 https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251827265 Once diagnosed lifestyle changes should occur such as eating better, stop smoking, reduce alcohol consumption, get adequate rest, exercise, drink plenty of water, and taking additional supplements to minimize outbreaks.

Research has shown that people diagnosed added lysine as a supplement to prevent outbreaks. The individual should consume a lysine rich diet that includes: fish, poultry, beef, yogurt (no added sugars), papaya, mango, apples, figs, pears, cauliflower, broccoli, soybeans, beets, and potatoes. An alkaline diet and one that is rich in antioxidants help reduce outbreaks.

Foods that are high in arginine should be avoided because it promotes growth and replication of the virus in the body.  To avoid outbreaks limit consumption of: seeds, nuts, orange juice, chocolate, wheat products, oats, lentils, gelatin, caffeine, protein supplements, watermelon, cantaloupe, cucumbers, junk foods, and artificial sweeteners.]]> 2018-04-14 22:01:22 UTC https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251827265 Statistics psmcallister03 https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251828427 According to the CDC website:

Genital herpes is common.

> 700,000 NEW cases are reported annually.
15.7% of persons 14 - 49 years old have HSV-2.
Women (20.3%) with HSV-2 is more common than men (10.6%), in the same age range, 14 - 49.
Blacks (39.2%) with HSV-2 is more common than Whites (12.3%).

The CDC estimates 87.4% of the population have not been clinically diagnosed because they are unaware of their infection.

]]> 2018-04-14 22:30:47 UTC https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251828427 Other Complications psmcallister03 https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251828441
In pregnancy, herpes can cause intrauterine growth restriction (a condition in which a baby doesn't grow to normal weight during pregnancy) causing premature births. A mother's risk of transmitting to her child is 50% and should opt to have a cesarean section.  A vaginal delivery places the child at risk for blindness and active herpes present on the entire body. Also, it is believed that genital herpes may be associated with brain tumors in babies born vaginally from an infected mother.

Herpetic Whitlow (blisters on fingers)

Increased risk of HIV infection]]> 2018-04-14 22:31:05 UTC https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/251828441 Complication of Herpes psmcallister03 https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/252297793 Infant born with herpes blisters]]> 2018-04-16 18:37:47 UTC https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/252297793 Complication of Herpes psmcallister03 https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/252301125 Herpetic Whitlow]]> 2018-04-16 18:45:03 UTC https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/252301125 HSV-1 psmcallister03 https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/252340592 HSV-1 (cold sores/oral) inside of mouth]]> 2018-04-16 20:36:09 UTC https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/252340592 Overview psmcallister03 https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/252362396 Genital herpes caused by Herpes Simplex Virus-2 is a very common disease that affect men and women with painful blisters.  After initial infection the virus lies dormant in the body. Symptoms can then reoccur when an individual has triggers to reactivate the virus.  Antiviral medications and lifestyle changes can help reduce outbreaks. The only prevention of the virus (HSV-2 genital herpes) is abstinence which is 100% effective.]]> 2018-04-16 22:41:16 UTC https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/252362396 HSV-1 psmcallister03 https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/252365633 Cold sore or herpes labialis can cause herpes of the genitals with oral contact.]]> 2018-04-16 23:10:40 UTC https://padlet.com/psmcallister03/eorrggsc6d3k/wish/252365633