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Is Herpes simplex IgG a part of the chickenpox family and does it affect your lungs?
Herpes simplex IgG is the long-term antibody to herpes simplex virus. It typically affects the skin and mucous membranes, not the lungs. It is not caused by chickenpox. It indicates prior infection.
How long has Valtrex been available for within the United States?
Valtrex is an antiviral drug used in the management of herpes simplex, herpes zoster (shingles), and herpes B. Brand name Valtrex has been available since 1995 in the U.S and as a generic drug since 2009.
Can cold sores become infected?
Yes.I have asked 2 doctors about this. The virus that causes cold sores around the mouth is herpes simplex 1. They are easy enough to spread, and I have found no distinction between simplex 1 and 2 (ect.) other than the site.
What type of herpes is related to chickenpox?
Herpes simplex type one is one virus in the herpesvirus family. Chickenpox is caused by varicella zoster virus, which is in the same virus family.
What is the survival rate due to herpes?
1 in 5 people in American have herpes and may not know it. Herpes is easy to contract if you have skin to skin contact. I got herpes by just touching his fluids and then myself without having sex.
How long can live when you are having herpes?
Herpes will not affect lifespan. Almost everyone has the oral form of herpes simplex virus. Both the oral and genital forms integrate into our genomes after we are infected and will cause periodic outbreaks. As time goes on these will most likely become less and less frequent. Therefore people who have had genital herpes for decades will have fewer outbreaks in a year, or possibly none at all. This does not indicate that they have been "cured" or no longer have the virus as they are still able to spread the infection while asymptomatic.
What is herping?
Herpes is a large family of DNA viruses spread by close contact, or sex. And to make a long story of detailing short, Herpes is on 80% of the US population.Herpes is a large family of DNA viruses spread by close contact, or sex.Cure Herpes?While there is no known Cure Herpes there are a lot of claims on the internet to have found a cure herpes. I have found that most people are selling a cure herpes book that probably have all the home remedies listed. There is a solvent called DMSO Dimethyl sulfoxide that you put on the … Continue readingit is a disease like Gollum hasAny of several viral diseases causing the eruption of small blisterlike vesicles on the skin or mucous membranes, especially herpes simplex or herpes zoster.herpys are what you get when you have unhealthy sex!Herpes comes from the herpes simplex virus and is spread through touch, kissing, and sexual contact. It is a virus so it spreads like any other virus through contact.it is a virus that you get from sexIt's called herpes. Herpes is caused by a simpelx virus which causes pain full blisters or sores to break out on the mouth or genitals.It is when you have many sicknesses on your lips and your body after having sexual contactHURPES is a human rights organization.Herpes is a viral infection that is transmitted via skin to skin contact.Herpes is a disease that is caused by a virus. There are different types of herpes such as genital, oral and cerebral herpes.Herpes is an STI caused by a virus that affects either the nervous system or the skin.
What animal lives on top of the water that is a scavenger?
A creature of the water's surface is the water strider. It uses the surface tension of the water and its long legs to actually walk on the surface.
Herpes esophagitis?
DefinitionHerpes esophagitis is a viral infection that involves inflammation and ulcers in the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach.Causes, incidence, and risk factorsThe herpes simplex virus causes herpes esophagitis.Infection of the esophagus by the herpes simplex virus is rare in people with normal immune systems and usually runs its course without treatment. However, severe and difficult-to-treat esophagitis can occur in people with a suppressed or weakened immune system.The following raise your risk for herpes esophagitis:HIV/AIDSChemotherapyDiabetesLeukemia or lymphomaOrgan transplantsOther conditions that suppress or weaken your immune systemSymptomsSymptoms include:ChillsDifficulty swallowingFeverHerpes in the mouth (herpes labialis)Joint pain or other general symptomsPainful swallowingSigns and testsCulture of cells from the esophagusEsophagogastroduodenoscopy(EGD) with or without biopsyTreatmentIn most people, antiviral medication such as acyclovir, famciclovir, or valacyclovir can control the infection. Some people also need pain medicine. Many people who are treated for an episode of herpes esophagitis need other, long-term medicines to suppress the virus and prevent reinfection.Expectations (prognosis)Esophagitis can usually be treated effectively. Healthy people recover on their own in 3 - 5 days, but those with a weakened immune system take longer to get better.The outcome depends upon the immune system problem that makes the person more likely to develop the infection.ComplicationsHoles in your esophagus (perforations)Infection at other sitesRecurrent infectionCalling your health care providerCall your health care provider if you have any condition that can cause reduced immune response and you develop symptoms of herpes esophagitis.PreventionThe herpes simplex virus is contagious by direct contact, so avoid contact with known herpes sores (lesions).ReferencesWhitley RJ. Herpes simplex infections. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier;2007:chap 397.
How long does it take herpes to get into your system?
As soon as it touches you.
What is the prognosis for patients with EB?
varies depending on the subtype of the disease. Individuals with EB simplex can live long, fulfilling lives. The severity of the junctional and dystrophic forms of EB can vary greatly. Infants affected with some forms of the disease often do not survive
How long do herpes blister heal?
They don't just go away because herpes is a life long disease that is incurable. With antibiotics you can relieve the pain of them but that's pretty much it.
