Herpes is an infectious disease that affects 90-95% of people around the world. According to Ilya Akinfiev, a doctor specializing in infectious diseases, this pathology has serious consequences.
Herpes is caused by a virus that once in the body will stay there at life and reappears under form of “pushes”. Note that it can occur on the mouth (cold sores), genitals (blisters on the sex), fingers, eye, meninges, etc. Genital herpes is sexually transmitted and caused by the herpes virus type 2. From birth, babies can be infected by their mother, Doctissimo says. These neonatal infections can cause serious sequelae and death.
The doctor explained to Vetchernyaya Moskva that the appearance of herpes up to twice a year can be considered the norm, but once more often is already an indicator of immune problems and it is necessary to consult a specialist.
” And we do not treat herpes, when it manifests massively and we do not seek medical help, it can cause inflammation of the nerves. For example, the facial trigeminal nerve may be affected. This complication gives severe headaches, acute toothaches, pain in the ear. Inflammation of this nerve can lead to be disfigured “, he explained.
Besides the mucous membranes, reports SputnikHerpes can also affect nerve fibers and cause deafness and vision loss if left untreated, M.Akinfiev. To avoid an exacerbation of the disease, you just have to follow certain rules such as using hygienic moisturizing lipstick, eating seasonal fruits and vegetables, making sure you are getting plenty of vitamins, getting enough sleep and following a good diet.
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