Herpes has no known cure.
However the vaccine for this embarrassing infection is being investigated and should be ready between 3-5 years.
You may not want people to know that you have the infection because like genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD).
It is advisable to discuss the infection with your doctor.
He will be able to discuss with you in length the precautions you need to take in case you are pregnant in order not to infect your unborn baby.
Take care of the infected area.
You can take a warm shower as this will cleanse the infected area.
Towel dry it gently or use a hair dryer on low or cool setting.
After you have made sure the infected area is completely dry, wear loose inner garments to avoid chaffing.
A healthy immune system is a sure way of keeping the herpes infections away and controlling the virus.
Proper nutrition, exercise and rest will also help in controlling the herpes simplex virus.
Amino acids are known to have lysine which helps control the herpes virus.
You can easily get this from some foods such as chicken, fish, beef, lamb, milk, chineese beans, brewer's yeast, most fruits and vegetables except for peas.
You can treat genital herpes by: - Keeping the infected area clean at all times - Wearing loose fitting undergarments - Soaking the infected area in a warm bath - Avoid douching or using female deodorants - Do not use creams unless prescribed by a doctor - Abstain from sexual intercourse if you have the symptoms of the infection or if you are having it.
- Always practice safe sex.
It could reduce the chances of infecting your partner.