Herpes Simplex is a common virus that causes infection in humans. This virus is spread in both humans and animals. However, humans are the primary reservoirs for HSV and are the only ones that experience any symptoms. There are two types of Herpes Simplex known as HSV-1 and HSV-2. HSV-1 primarily causes oral herpes while HSV-2 causes genital herpes.1 This virus is easily contracted and often during one’s childhood. Unfortunately, this virus is latent and reoccurs every so often, more so during times
Herpes Simplex The herpes simplex virus is an infection that can appear in various parts of your body. There are two types of herpes, herpes simplex virus type 1 and herpes simplex virus type 2. Herpes virus type 1 typically causes oral herpes and herpes virus type 2 is responsible for genital breakouts. The herpes simplex virus is contagious and is passed from person to person through direct contact with the virus. Herpes simplex virus type 1 can spread through mucosal surfaces or skin sites. For
within a few weeks. This is not a result of a stroke or transient ischemic attack. This is referred to as a (TIA). Palsy simply means weakness or paralysis, What causes Bell’s palsy is not clear, but some experts believe it is linked to the herpes simplex virus, that causes cold sores or Influenza. Many health problems can cause weakness or paralysis of the face. This is a form of cranial mononeuropathy VII, which is the 7th cranial facial nerve and the nerve controls the movement of the face. Bell’s
Pascal's Triangle Pascal's Triangle Blasé Pacal was born in France in 1623. He was a child prodigy and was fascinated by mathematics. When Pascal was 19 he invented the first calculating machine that actually worked. Many other people had tried to do the same but did not succeed. One of the topics that deeply interested him was the likelihood of an event happening (probability). This interest came to Pascal from a gambler who asked him to help him make a better guess so he could make an educated
Colloidal silver is a supplement that has been used for hundreds of years, dating back to the 19th century with French surgeon Dr. Carl Crede.1 Colloidal silver is a product that has little respect in the Food and Drug and Administration’s eyes but plenty of attraction in the natural and holistic medical field. The specific component of colloidal silver that my research is on is ACS 200, which stands for Advanced Cellular Silver. I have personally used ACS 200 before. I used the product to treat
Gambling With Genital Herpes Did you know that there is no proof that condoms really reduce the risk of getting genital herpes? Many young adolescents don’t even understand what genital herpes really is or how you can get genital herpes. Young adolescents should know what the symptoms are if you get infected with a sexually transmitted disease such as genital herpes. Did you know that there is no cure for genital herpes and it is a life long disease? Treatments yet alone are way too expensive for
agent is the herpes simplex virus type 2 but it can also be caused by herpes simplex type 1. “Humans and animals serve as reservoirs for herpes simplex but only humans demonstrate signs of the disease.”(http://www.austincc.edu/microbio/2704w/hsv1.htm) Genital herpes is mainly transmitted through any sexual activity where the genitals from both partners meet or through oral sex, when a person’s mouth comes in contact with with their partner’s infected genital. Herpes simplex has been around for thousands
is a compound extracted from a plant found in South America. Two products have been derived from this compound: Provir and Virend. Provir helps treat respiratory infections in children, while Virend is a topical ointment used to treat the herpes simplex virus. Another product from medicinal plants includes elements that treat addictive painkillers. (Refer to appendix 1) Secondly, in Brazil alone, the rain forest contains 45% of Brazil’s hydroelectric power (“In the Forest”). Thirdly, the soils of
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Herpes causes sores, which are really painful fluid filled bumps that can break open and can cause bleeding. There are 2 types of herpes; HSV-1 & HSV-2. Herpes simplex virus(HSV) is easily transmitted and is highly contagious. According to article “Genital warts and genital herpes: a public health perspective.” by Edwards M., nearly 80% of people who are infected are unaware of the viral takeover of their immune system. The virus can be activated
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 oral herpes and to see the virus HSV-2 appear as genital
target of money for pharmaceutical companies. Yet as common to be referenced by Shakespeare in Romeo and Juliet, and is a virus that is known worldwide, and almost every one has experienced in one-way or another. According to Medline Plus, the herpes simplex virus, also known as HSV, causes the infection known as Herpes. There are two types of HSV; there is Oral herpes that causes cold sores around the mouth or face and Oral herpes, or HSV 1, usually causes cold sores, however it is quite easy to transmit
Institute LRSA 4/10/14 Herpes 2 Herpes Herpes The Herpes simplex virus is an infection that can affect the mouth, lips, genitals and sometimes other parts of the body. I will be discussing the signs, symptoms and causes of herpes, as well as how to prevent contracting this virus or passing it to others Herpes 3 Herpes There are two main types of the herpes simplex virus, HSV 1 usually oral and HSV 2 usually genital. HSV 1 is an infection of the lips, mouth
The instruments can carry a potential risk of contracting herpes simplex virus. Herpes simplex virus is an infection in the mouth, lips, and gums that causes small painful blisters commonly called cold sores or fever blisters. Contaminated instruments can also transmit Hepatitis B, C, and D. These infections can cause viruses that
through pregnanc... ... middle of paper ... ...ologyj.com/content/6/1/40 Harvey, S, 2014, Herpes Simplex, UMMC, retrieved on april 1st 2014 from, http://umm.edu/health/medical/reports/articles/herpes-simplex MIT Medical, 2011, Everything you need to know about herpes, Retrieved on April 2nd 2014 from, http://medweb.mit.edu/wellness/programs/herpes.html#prevention SA Health, 2014, Herpes Simplex type 1 (cold sores or fever blisters), Symptoms, treatment and prevention. Retrieved on 2nd April
If my friend came to me with this kind of problem for advise the first thing I would do as a student going into the health care feild, is to educate him of type 2 herpes virus and how he got it. To fully understand type 2 herpes, he will first need to understand what type 1 herpes is. Type 1 herpes is transmitted through oral secrections or getting in contact with the skin of someone who has it. It can cause sore and fever blisters around the mouth and lips. Type 1 herpes is also known as oral herpes
This was patient A.C.’s first pregnancy. She is 19-years-old and currently G1P1[T1; PT0; A(S)0; A(T)0; L1]. In addition, she tested positive for Herpes Simplex Virus type 2 (HSV-2); however, at the time of delivery there were not any current breakouts. HSV is defined as an infection that has an affinity for the skin and nervous system and usually results in small, temporary, irritating, and painful fluid-filled blisters on the skin and mucous membranes (Lowdermilk, Perry, Cashion, Alden, & Olshansky
Herpesviral encephalitis Herpesviral encephalitis is encephalitis due to herpes simplex virus. Herpes simplex encephalitis is a viral infection of the human central nervous system. It is estimated to affect at least 1 in 500,000 individuals per century and some studies suggest an incidence rate of 5.9 cases per 100,000 live births. The majority of cases of herpes encephalitis are caused by herpes simplex virus-1, the same virus that causes cold sores. 57% of American adults are infected with HSV-1
in the United States. This means that in every five people, one is likely to be infected with the virus. Herpes is “any of several viral diseases causing the eruption of small blister like vessels on the skin or mucous membranes especially herpes simplex or herpes zoster.” In other words, genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that affects the skin and can spread to the area of skin around the infection.
Simplex is the most common form and also the least serious, but Junctional Epidermolysis Bullosa and Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa affect the patient far more severely (Stanford School of Medicine). Doctors form the diagnosis based upon the location within
2. Blood Blister on Lip A blood blister on lip does not only make you unconfident about your visage, but can point out an underlying health issue. Nonetheless, lip blisters in numerous cases are not a thing to get so worried, but should be handled with care to evade new infections. Conversely, a blister that occurs on the inside part of the lip may have resulted from a bite, which off cause doesn't need much attention since it will disappear after a short time, as the injury heals. You will want