Symptoms may last up to several weeks, but the duration of each outbreak varies from person to person. In many people, the first infection is so mild that it goes unnoticed. In others, the first attack causes visible sores and very noticeable flu-like symptoms. Subsequent recurrences of the disease may cause lesions. When the sores are completely healed, the “active phase” of infection is over. Healing of the skin usually leaves no scars. In either case, the virus retreats into the nervous system and then lies dormant.

If you believe you may have contracted herpes, you should see a doctor while symptoms are still present. The doctor will examine the area and test to see if the herpes virus is present. Request is a specific virus culture or assay for herpes virus.

The frequency and severity of attacks will normally depend upon each person’s body and factors such as stress, lifestyle, the condition of the person’s immune system and what particular treatment is being used.

Diet and lifestyle changes can be helpful in managing herpes. Good rest, exercise and a diet high in Lysine will assist your body in strengthening the immune system against the herpes virus. There are also herbs and supplements that can be taken to boost your body’s natural immune function against viruses.

Products like Dynamiclear and Lysine can help shorten the duration of an outbreak and reduce the possibility of a recurrence.  Suppressive medications can also help you to manage herpes but they are prescription only and you will need to consult your Doctor to determine if these are a suitable option for you.

There are two types of herpes simplex viruses:
• Herpes Simplex Type 1 (HSV-1)
• Herpes Simplex Type 2 (HSV-2)

While either type can infect the mouth or genitals, HSV-1 usually occurs above the waist, and HSV-2 usually occurs below. These viruses look identical under the microscope.