Revision as of 03:39, 19 January 2013

See also :

• Cold Sores (Herpes Labialis)
• Genital Herpes
• Infectious Diseases

Herpes simplex type 1 (HSV-1)

Symptoms

Home remedies

• Propolis has been reported to be effective in the treatment of HSV1.
• For many years it has been known that green tea polyphenols actively suppress many bacterial, fungal and viral species. On the virus front, Green Tea suppresses the adenovirus, Epstein-Barr, herpes simplex, HIV-1 and influenza viruses.
• Mountain Laurel can be applied directly to the affected area to treat Ringworm of the scalp (tinea capitis), Psoriasis, Herpes and Syphilis.
• l-Lysine is frequently used as a nonprescription medication to treat and prevent cold sores, caused by herpes simplex 1 virus (HSV1).
• Melissa has also been know to help people with Cold Sores.
• Mullein leaves possess antiviral activity against these viruses.
• Coconut Oil contains two fatty acids with antiviral qualities: lauric acid and capric acid. These two monoglycerices have been shown in research studies to cause disintegration of the viruses by destroying the fatty coat surrounding the herpes virus as well as HIV and Cytomegalovirus.

Warnings

Herpes simplex type 2 (HSV-2)

Symptoms

Home remedies

• Liquorice may be used as a topical antiviral agent for shingles, ophthalmic, oral or genital herpes
• Propolis has been reported to be effective in the treatment of HSV2.
• Siberian ginseng has been used for reducing the severity of herpes simplex virus type 2 infections.
• Mountain Laurel can be applied directly to the affected area to treat Ringworm of the scalp (tinea capitis), Psoriasis, Herpes and Syphilis.
• Mullein leaves possess antiviral activity against these viruses.

Warnings

References

Medical Disclaimer

This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice. Always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any treatment or dietary changes.