Herpes Simplex Virus

Herpes Simplex Virus: Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

The following symptoms and complaints may indicate herpes simplex infections: Grouped painful pustules (vesicles): Face – lip (herpes labialis), the nose (herpes nasalis), the cheek (herpes buccalis, herpes facialis), the eyelid. Buttocks or Genitals Leading symptoms of gingivostomatitis herpetica (synonyms: Oral thrush; stomatitis aphthosa, aphthous stomatitis; stomatitis herpetica; herpes simplex type 1, HSV-1): Severe feeling … Herpes Simplex Virus: Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

Herpes Simplex Virus: Causes

Pathogenesis (development of disease) The virus replicates (multiplies) locally in mucosal cells. It then invades the nerve cell processes and from there into the corresponding ganglion (cluster of nerve cell bodies in the peripheral nervous system), where they remain dormant until reactivated by various stressors. Etiology (causes) Behavioral causes Diet Micronutrient deficiency (vital substances) – … Herpes Simplex Virus: Causes

Herpes Simplex Virus: Therapy

General measures Observance of the general hygiene measures! Genital hygiene (for genital herpes; genital herpes; HSV 2). Once a day, the genital area should be washed with a pH-neutral care product. Washing several times a day with soap, intimate lotion or disinfectant destroys the skin‘s natural acid mantle. Pure water dries out the skin, frequent … Herpes Simplex Virus: Therapy

Herpes Simplex Virus: Or something else? Differential Diagnosis

Skin and subcutaneous (L00-L99). Acute contact dermatitis – skin lesions triggered by skin contact with certain substances. Bullous lichen sclerosus et atrophicus (bullous = “accompanied by blistering”) – disease of the connective tissue. Fixed drug exanthema – exanthema that reappears on the same skin site after reintroduction of the drug. Infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99). … Herpes Simplex Virus: Or something else? Differential Diagnosis

Herpes Simplex Virus: Complications

The following are the most important diseases or complications that may be contributed to by herpes simplex infection: Respiratory system (J00-J99) Tracheobronchitis (inflammation of the tracheal and bronchial mucosa; in patients with advanced HIV infection). HSV pneumonia (HSV pneumonia; in patients with advanced HIV infection). Eyes and eye appendages (H00-H59). Acute retinal necrosis (ARN; inflammation … Herpes Simplex Virus: Complications

Herpes Simplex Virus: Examination

A comprehensive clinical examination is the basis for selecting further diagnostic steps: General physical examination – including blood pressure, pulse, body temperature, body weight, body height; further: Inspection (viewing). Skin, mucous membranes, oral cavity, pharynx (throat), and genital region [gingivitis (inflammation of the gums), stomatitis (inflammation of the oral mucosa), pharyngitis (inflammation of the throat); … Herpes Simplex Virus: Examination

Herpes Simplex Virus: Test and Diagnosis

1st order laboratory parameters – obligatory laboratory tests. Herpes simplex virus type 1/2 antibody (IgG; IgM). Herpes simplex virus type 1/2 virus culture from vesicle contents (= herpes simplex virus culture). HSV-1-PCR/HSV-2-PCR (nucleic acid amplification technique (NAT)) – direct detection of viral DNA by PCR (polymerase chain reaction) from efflorescences. Immunofluorescence (antibody staining). Electron microscopic … Herpes Simplex Virus: Test and Diagnosis

Herpes Simplex Virus: Drug Therapy

General measures as prevention Physical contact between infected and uninfected persons should be avoided. Do not touch other parts of the body or objects after contact with affected areas. If infected areas have been touched, hands should be washed immediately. Chemical Virustatic A virustatic agent stops viruses from multiplying. For cold sores, the active ingredients … Herpes Simplex Virus: Drug Therapy

Herpes Simplex Virus: Prevention

To prevent herpes simplex infection, attention must be paid to reducing risk factors. Behavioral risk factors Diet Micronutrient deficiency (vital substances) – see Prevention with micronutrients. Close physical contact Sexual contact The following factors may promote reactivation: Biographical risk factors Hormonal changes such as menstruation (period). Behavioral risk factors Psycho-social situation Stress UV radiation Disease-related … Herpes Simplex Virus: Prevention

Herpes Simplex Virus: Medical History

Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of herpes simplex infection. Family history What is the general health of your family members? Social history Is there any evidence of psychosocial stress or strain due to your family situation? Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints). Have you noticed any … Herpes Simplex Virus: Medical History