HERPES

OVERVIEW

Herpes is caused due to infection from the herpes simplex virus. It is of two different types – herpes simplex virus-1 and herpes simplex virus-2. HSV-1 is known as oral herpes and HSV-2 is called genital herpes. There occur sores and blisters in around the lips and genital area. The sores are very painful. It is a sexually transmitted disease.

Herpes can be asymptomatic but once a person gets infected, the recurrence occurs throughout the life. The infection ranges from mild to severe.

However, there is no cure of herpes but with certain medications, its symptoms can be made less severe.

CAUSES OF HERPES

• Herpes is caused by person to person contact. It is a sexually transmitted disease which is transmitted through sexual intercourse. The herpes virus enters the skin through a break in it. Most common places of entry of virus are mouth, anus, penis, vagina or urinary tract.
• When one part of the body has blisters, the infection can spread to other areas also.

SYMPTOMS OF HERPES

Most of the people don’t develop symptoms. But if symptoms they are the following:

• Painful ulcers in the genital area, buttocks, anus and thighs
• Itching
• Burning sensation during urination
• Lumps in groin
• Vagina discharge

DIFFERENT STAGES OF HERPES INFECTION

The infection occurs in three different stages:

• Primary stage

This is the first stage of infection. It occurs 2 to 8 days after viral infection. There occur small and painful blisters which are present in groups. The liquid inside the blisters is either clear or whitish. When blisters break, they become open sores.

In this stage, the urination is often painful.

• Latent stage

This stage is characterized by absence of sores, blisters, etc. The herpes virus starts invading the nerves. 

• Shedding stage

In this stage, the herpes virus multiplies in the nerve endings. If the nerves are present around the fluid like semen, vaginal fluid, etc. The virus enters the fluid and start spreading to other areas.

PREVENTION OF HERPES

With some of the precautions, herpes virus infection can be prevented:

• Avoid sexual intercourse with multiple partners
• Using protection such as condoms, cervical caps, etc
• Avoid oral sex
• Avoid kissing in case of mouth sore present
• Keeping complete hygiene like washing the undergarments in warm water, cleaning hands after touching the affected area

DIAGNOSIS OF HERPES

The doctor will do a thorough physical examination of the patient. He will ask about the signs and symptoms of the disease. He will take the patient’s family history also. He may suggest some of the tests like:

• Blood test
• Culture of fluid oozed from the sore 

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT OF HERPES

According to Ayruveda, herpes comes under Pittaja visarpa. With lifestyle and dietary changes, medications are used for curing it. Panchkarma such as raktamokshana and pradeha are also very helpful in treating it.

CHANDIGARH AYURVEDA CENTER’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF HERPES

Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh Ayruveda Center which are used for the treatment of herpes:

1) Detox Premium Powder

It is purely a herbal formulation that helps to remove toxins due to its antioxidant properties. It comprises of Moti Pishti, Parwal Pishti, Shukta Pishti, Giloy Satav, Kamdudha Ras, Jahar Mohra, Akik Pishti, Gandhak Rasayan, Tal Sindoor, Shankh Bhasma, Sutshekhar Ras, Sudhyog Tab, Shwet Parpati, Yavakshaar. It has an antibacterial action and provides a cooling and calming effect to the body. It also has anti-inflammatory properties. This powder helps to detoxify the body physically and mentally.

Dosage: Take one sachet twice a day with normal plain water.

2)  Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu

The tablets are very beneficial in curing skin diseases as it contains the Pitta pacifying ingredients such as Shuddh guggulu (Commiphora mukul), Neem (Azadirachta indica), Amrita (Tinospora cordifolia), Gajapippali (Piper chaba), Shunthi (Zingiber officinalis), etc. The tablet is Tridoshahara, thus is very effective in maintaining the hormonal level in the body.

Recommended Dosage – Take 2 tablets twice daily with normal water.

3) Skin Care tablet

Skin care tablet is herbo mineral and purely ayurvedic formulation. It contains various herbs like Haridra khand, Panchnimba churna, Panchatikta guggulu, Patol patra, Ajmoda, Khadir chhal, Chirayta, Mulethi, Manjistha, Chopchini, Gandhak, etc. Skin care tablet is a blood purifying. It cools and detoxifies the blood, dissolves obstructions in the blood flow that further increase blood circulation of the skin. It minimises the blemishes, lighten sun tan, delay ageing of skin and heal skin problems. These tablet also act as a skin moistuirizer, Improves blood circulation, Remove blemishes, Reduce itching and burning sensation of skin, Prevent acne and pimples, Relieves leucoderma.

Recommended Dosage – Take 2 tablets twice daily with normal water.

4)  Aloe Vera Gulab Gel

Aloe Vera Gel is formed with the pure extract of herb Aloe Vera and the mixture of rose petals. Thus this wonderful composition provides a cooling effect on the skin that relieves from burning sensation, itchiness, etc. The gel helps in maintaining healthy skin and repairing skin damage.

Recommended Dosage – Gently apply over the affected area of the skin.

5)  Trikatu Tablet

Trikatu tablets are mixture of three herbs which are Saunth (Zingiber officinale), Marich (Piper nigrum), Pippali (Piper longum). These tablets improve digestion, boost your metabolism, helps in eliminating fat tissues and kapha dosha, support respiratory functions, and remove impurities and ama from the body.

Recommended Dosage: Take one tablet twice daily with normal water.

6)  Blood Purifier Syrup 

It is ayurvedic syrup that consists of various natural ingredients such as Khadir Chall (Acacia catechu), Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), Neem (Azadirachta indica), Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia), Harad (Terminalia bellirica), Baheda (Terminalia chebula), Amla (Emblica officinalis), etc. As the syrup purifies the blood by removing excess toxins it is very beneficial in maintaining proper circulation and improves the skin naturally.

Recommended Dosage – Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily.

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