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Yes, it is possible to develop immunity to HSV-1 after being infected, but the level of immunity can vary from person to person.

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Is erythema multiforme related to herpes simplex?

Yes. Erythema Multiforme, or EM for short, is an immune deficiency disorder of the skin, typically caused by cold sores (HSV1 - Herpes simplex virus 1). I had my first outbreak of EM at the age of 14 years old. It is more common with children and adults under the age of 30. I am 24 years old now, female, and have been to a handful of dermatologists and doctors. After 10 years, I believe there is finally some hope for relief of this skin condition. Please believe me, as I have been through dozens of different medications...(basically became a lab rat for all doctors-including specialists) I definitely know how irritating Erythema can be. The itch is almost unbearable and the associated pain that comes with it. Erythema is NOT contagious to others. However, it can be extremely contagious to one's self. This means that if you touch one of the skin lesions and touch a clear part of your body, you are likely to get a sore there as well by morning. For self-relief before seeing a doctor, I suggest taking oatmeal baths to sooth the skin. The oatmeal extract is said to lessen the itch. Also, a topical cortisone cream or spray helps to relieve itch - however, not for long. I suggest GOLD BOND, but DO NOT put the cream on yourself. Have your mate or spouse apply it for you, because if you apply it yourself with your fingers an hands, you can get sores on your hands. If you do not have anyone to help you, make sure that you use a cotton swab or other applicator. Make a doctors appt immediately! If you have a cold sore, but have not had the outbreak yet - the medication "Acyclovir" is what you need to be prescribed. This medication is used to stop the cold sore from coming, which will prevent the onset of Erythema sores. The mg you need for Acyclovir is below: 1st bottle - 400 mg, 3X a day for 5 days... 2nd bottle - 200 mg, 1 a day until medication is completely gone. Now, unfortunately you cannot always catch the cold sore in time and end up getting an outbreak of Erythema. When this happens, the Acyclovir basically will do nothing for you. In the instance that you get an outbreak of EM, you need to go to your doctor or ER and tell them that you need a shot of Prednisone (in the buttocks is the best area to receive the shot since it is central of the body and works evenly.) Then you need to be prescribed Prednisone pills. Now, I am on 10mg ...but if you have never been prescribed Prednisone, do not be surprised if you only receive 5mg at first. Prednisone is a strong steroid medication and should be used with caution. Dosage should be: 5mg (or 10 mg) Prednisone... Generic name: Deltasone 2 tablets every day for 4 days... then 1 tablet everyday for 4 days... then 1/2 of a tablet everday for 4 days...until medication is gone. It is important to complete the entire prescription because your body need to "wean" itself off the steroid. So, do not stop taking the medication just because the Erythema sores have disappeared. Also, along with Prednisone, make sure you take the pill form of Benadryl. This can be prescribed to you, or bought over the counter - they are the SAME exact pills regardless of where you get it. (Pink and white capsule) This will make you sleepy but helps out wonderfully with the itch and allows your body time for the Prednisone to work without you having to be too miserable with the wait. For pain, I would suggest over the counter Tylenol PM for bedtime. I know for me, it is the only OTC medication that works and helps me sleep through the itch better throughout the night. In the day time, you may take Ibuprofen or regular daytime Tylenol for pain. To all you who deal with Erythema Multiforme... I know how you feel and I am with you. I have been dealing with these outbreaks for over 10 years now and cannot tell you how depressing this condition is. I have a 1 month old son that I couldn't even hold or burp after feeding because of all the skin lesions on my hands. I pray to God for you --for a speedy recovery from EM and pray for less and less outbreaks now that you know how to take care of it. Good luck and God Bless You!


Related Questions

Can you get hsv1 from hsv2?

No, HSV1 and HSV2 are different viruses. You may be infected with HSV1 if you are already infected with HSV2, and vice versa, however, infection with one does not mean you will get the other unless you are exposed.


If you have a cold sore and you lick your lips and develop tiny red bumps on your tongue did you just spread the HSV1 to your tongue?

yes if you have an cold sore in your lips the HSV1 will spread.Because the HSV1 virus spread the cold sore so keep avoiding kiss to the kids.


How do you holisticly treat oral herpes?

herpes is a virus that infects the nerve cells in your body. there are several serotypes (varieties) but the most common are HSV1 (herpes simplex virus 1) and HSV2. while HSV1 is more commonly "oral" herpes and HSV2 is more commonly "genital" herpes, both can be transmitted to either location. There is no treatment for herpes. once you have been infected, you are infected for life. A person can only treat the symptoms of herpes to make the outbreaks less painfull and of a shorter duration. There are no holistic remedies that have been scientifically proven.


How do you get rid of hsv1?

No. But you can buy Herpacin at the local pharmacy.


If someone has hsv1 and they coughed on there hand then took a piece of gum from you with that hand can i get hsv1 from then by then grabbing another piece of gum then putting it in mouth?

No, you need contact with the sore or fluid from the sore. It's really unlikely the fluid would get on your gum. Don't worry.


Does hsv1 turn to hsv2 in the genitalia?

No it does not. HSV-1 is a different virus than HSV-2.


What causes herpes whitlow?

Herpes whitlow is usually caused by HSV1. If you bite your finger nails while you have a cold sore and bite through the skin you could pass HSV1 to your fingers. Dentists used to get it on their fingers while examining people that had a cold sore, that was before they started using latex gloves.


Should you work in food shop with hsv1?

Approximately 80% of people have HSV-1. It is OK to work in a food shop.


How common is oral herpes?

Genital herpes, also known as HSV-2, is a common sexually transmitted disease. According to the Centers for Disease Control, about one in six persons in the US has genital herpes, or 16.2%. However, as many as 90% of those infected are unaware that they have the virus. This is because many people have never have symptoms, or very mild symptoms that go unrecognized. Genital herpes is more common among females affecting approximately 1 out of 5 women. Genital herpes affects about 1 in 9 men. It is more likely for an infected male to transmit genital herpes to his female partner than from an infected female to her male partner. The only way to know whether you have genital herpes is to get tested. You should speak to your health care practitioner for advice. There are also numerous commercial health-care solutions available on the internet.


If a girl has a cold sore does that mean she has herpes and are they contagious?

Cold sores are "Herpes Simplex Virus 1" which are highly contagious. People with HSV1 are the leading cause for new outbreaks of HSV2. (below the waist). The herpes virus can live for up to 8 minutes of the body. Don't eat or drink after the infected person. When there is no sore you cannot contract it. Canker sores are not a HSV but sores brought on by eating things very high in acid. Like lemons and pineapple. Hopes this helps.


Do cold sores automatically mean hsv-1?

Yes, cold sores are caused by HSV1 also known as oral herpes. But they are nothing bad to have and you can get them on the mouth with out having any thing to do with sex.


What are easy tests to see if you have cold sore?

Cold sores are caused by a virus called oral herpes (also known as HSV1), this is easily detected through blood work just talk to your doctor about it.