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Most of the time when herpes sores are not present on the skin the virus remains in a latent (inactive) state in the central nervous system, where it does no damage. Here are the facts:
It is true that most people with herpes have a recurrence BUT there are many people who don't an, if you do have recurrences they often tend to become less severe as time goes on and as your immune system builds up antibodies to the virus. Herpes outbreaks have different patterns for each individual. The typical frequency of a herpes outbreak is four times a year (or once every three months). Although a person has been infected with the herpes virus they may not necessarily ever experience an outbreak or a recurrence.
Many people do not experience a recurrence until months and sometimes even years after their first primary outbreak. When the recurrence does happen it is sometimes related to a time when the immune system is weakened or under pressure, such as from an illness, stress, poor lifestyle, surgery, etc. There are many things that you can do to help reduce the possibility of recurrence:
A herbal extract blend may help to strengthen your immune system and assist your body's natural defense system fight back against the virus. They don't taste very nice but can work very well. Some herbs that you might like to research include Lemon Balm, Golden Seal, Sage, St Johns wort, Myrrh and Olive leaf. You can have these (or any other combination of herbs) made into a specially formulated blend if you like by contacting Global Herbal Supplies. To read through different herbs and their individual properties please visit the Herb Information Library
Herpes, for most people, is an occasionally recurrent condition. During a first episode, the immune system develops antibodies and other weapons against the virus. During a recurrence, then, this "immune memory" can help to fight off infection more quickly. As a result, as time goes on there are usually fewer sores, they heal faster, and the outbreak is less painful. Some people never experience another recurrence.
Some people find that the friction of sexual intercourse irritates the skin and sometimes triggers a recurrence of symptoms. This is most likely to occur if intercourse is prolonged and vigorous and if there is insufficient lubrication. Having less vigorous sex and using a water-based lubricant can help reduce irritation. Don't use one that contains the Spermicide nonoxynol-9, however. Nonoxynol-9 irritates mucous membranes, such as the lining of the vagina. Oil-based lubricants are a no-no, too. They weaken latex, making condoms more likely to break and remember, even if the friction of intercourse seems to be a trigger for your symptoms, it probably won't cause a flare-up every time you have sex. It is very important that you refrain from having sexual intercourse or contact with the infected area during an active outbreak. Contact with the infected area during an active outbreak can easily spread the virus as well as prolong your outbreak.
Research suggests that hormonal treatments, such as Depro-Provera, can reduce the body's immune response and therefore your body could become more susceptible to having a herpes outbreak.
Please read through the sites below for relevant information:
The symptoms of an active herpes outbreak generally follow a cycle of phases before healing. If the lesion is in a particularly moist area the healing time may take longer than usual and scabs may not form. However, the lesion should still heal normally and disappear after the outbreak has completed its cycle. Inflammation: Swelling, tenderness, and/or redness that may appear before the actual outbreak and may include itching and sensitivity. The inflammation may never progress to blisters. Blisters: One or several small fluid filled lesions, tiny red bumps or rash may form and can resemble small fissures, especially near the anus.
Typically, if there is a recurrence it will occur in the exact same location as it did previously or closely nearby. Nerves can have many axons which is why the herpes virus can take a number of pathways to your skin. This is why outbreaks can sometimes appear in different areas nearby to one another, regardless of what treatment is used. However, each nerve has a particular area of skin that it serves called a dermatome. The herpes lesions are limited to the dermatome it initially infected unless you autoinnoculate (self-infect) yourself somewhere else. This means that the outbreaks are limited to the body area where the infection exists (for example, the mouth area) unless you spread the infection somewhere else (such as to the genitals via oral sex, or to another body area through contact with the infection). One kind of complication involves spreading the virus from the location of an outbreak to other places on the body by touching the sore(s). The fingers, eyes, and other body areas can accidentally become infected in this way. Preventing self-infection is simple - do not touch the area during an outbreak. If you do, wash your hands as soon as possible with soap and warm water. This will help prevent the virus from spreading further.
The duration of a herpes outbreak and the time between each outbreak can vary depending on the individual and factors such as stress, lifestyle, your immune system and what particular treatment you are using.
Although it is not known exactly why the virus reactivates at various times, both physical and/or psychological factors can bring on an outbreak. Physical factors differ from person to person.
Some psychological factors:
Many of these factors are associated with time periods when a person's immune system is weakened or stressed. This makes the body more susceptible to the virus and therefore more likely to experience an outbreak. Good rest, exercise and fresh fruit and vegetable juices will help strengthen the immune system.
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