GENITAL HERPES INFORMATION: SYMPTOMS, VICTIMS AND COMPLICATIONS

2007-05-02 10:04:19

( Pharmeceutical-Medical )



Statistics on Genital Herpes

Genital herpes infection is common in the United States based on genital herpes information study conducted on a national level. There is a record of thirty percent increase in the number of persons infected with genital herpes over a period of twenty years.

Virus that Causes Genital Herpes

Herpes simplex viruses type 1 and type 2 cause genital herpes. Type 2 herpes simplex virus commonly causes genital herpes. Also the virus causes chickenpox, mononucleosis and shingles.

Symptoms

Genital herpes virus causes painful blisters or sores outbreaks. A person is highly contagious when these blisters and sores are present. However, a person is potentially contagious even in the absence of these symptoms. The virus can still be active within the body and infect a person through saliva contact and sexual intercourse. Most infections do not show genital herpes signs which are dangerous particularly when a person suffering from it enters into sexual intercourse. Anal, oral or genital intercourse transmit genital herpes virus.

Vulnerable Victims

Women show the highest record of infection. There are studies that show that one out of five women suffer from genital herpes infection. A pregnant woman suffering from it can infect her fetus. A baby born with genital herpes can die or suffer serious developmental problems. Thus, it is better to discuss the situation with doctors to administer appropriate treatment both for the baby and the mother. Babies suffering from genital herpes have higher change of survival if treated at the earliest stage of the infection.

Worst case of genital herpes virus can lead to ocular diseases that cause blindness. It is an eye infection called ocular herpes. It is usually cause by type 1 herpes simplex virus.

A strong immune system helps people suffering from genital herpes heal faster and able to combat infection at earliest stage. Thus, healthy adults do not suffer serious health problems and complications from genital herpes. Also, it helps to have proper genital herpes information to know how to deal with it.

It is better to practice safe sex and avoid multiple partners that increase the likelihood of acquiring genital herpes virus. Also, undergo regular medical check up to determine if you are infected or not. All of these should be included in any genital herpes information drive to increase its awareness among Americans.


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