subject: Avoid Getting Herpes [print this page] Herpes is not something that anybody likes to have, especially as a noticeable cold sore affixed to your face. Fortunately, there are some researchers working very hard to develop a drug that will provide quicker diagnosis and therefore enhance the cure for herpes. Although the drugs for herpes can't make it go away instantly, they can reduce the amount and length of the herpes outbreak.
These are not the only symptoms one may get. Among others, there could be a burning sensation or pain during urination. In females, there may be a clear mucus-like discharge from the vagina or urethra (opening for urine). The same is possible in males: a clear mucus-like discharge from the tip of the penis. In addition to this, there may be swollen glands in the groin area.
Try your best to avoid picking at the scabs as well. Doctors say that it is good to take a warm shower and rinse the infected area. Once done towel dry gently. Avoid any garments that fit too tightly as they will inflame the area. And, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but lotions and creams can actually work against you and increase any irritation you might already be feeling.
An effective cure for herpes is actually medication which can only be consumed orally or intravenously. When you first get herpes is the most severe period and an antiviral medication can help to reduce the pain quite a bit.
To avoid anybody else getting herpes from you, it is best that you wash your hands thoroughly and not share any of your clothes with anyone. You are able to spread herpes to other people at the time of outbreak. If pregnant, you need to consult a doctor immediately if you have a herpes infection, as it can be harmful to the fetus. An active genital herpes infection is also something that should have the attention of a physician immediately.
Herpes transmission can also occur by touching an affected area and then touching an unaffected area. Yes, you can self-infect another area of your body. Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly after coming in contact with sores. This goes for anybody. If you aren't sanitizing your hands, you can infect anyone around, especially kids. If you have children, be extremely cautious. Avoid touching their eyes, or face, because they could contract not only oral herpes, but ocular herpes as well.
How long does the first genital herpes outbreak last? We mentioned already how long sores will remain and how frequent the outbreaks may be. So, now about the first genital herpes infection - it usually lasts 2-3 weeks, but skin pain can stay for 1 to 6 weeks. After the blisters dry out and erupt, they (crusts) fall off and the area is not contagious anymore.
