Herpes Simplex Essay

     I have infected 45 million Americans and will infect 1 million more Americans each year. Who am I?

Herpes is one of the common of more than 30 different sexually transmitted diseases (STD’s) in America today. Herpes is an infection that is caused by one of two closely related viruses, herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). Both of which are very easily caught, have similar symptoms, and can occur on different parts of the body. Even though it is most common to see the virus HSV-1 appear as oral herpes and to see the virus HSV-2 appear as genital herpes.

Encephalitis is a neurological disorder that results in the inflammation of the brain and sometimes the meninges. It is usually due to a viral infection. Most often arboviruses cause encephalitis, by transference via mosquitos to humans and animals. When bitten by an infected mosquito the virus moves from the mosquito into the person’s blood, it then reaches the brain and spinal cord, it multiplies within the central nervous system thus inflaming and damaging nerve cells, this interferes with signals from the brain to the rest of the body. The herpes simplex virus type one can commonly cause encephalitis. HIV has also been noted as an increasing cause of encephalitis. Viral infections like: mumps, chicken pox and measles can also cause encephalitis, but rarely.

HSV-2 can be cause by HSV-1. In HSV-2, the initial infection might occur headaches, fevers, fatigue and muscle pains after an incubation of 3-7 days. In the U.S., about 20 percent of adults carry HSV-2 according to the American Academy of Dermatology(AAD). "Did You Know?" Herpes Simplex Virus | American Skin Association. N.p., n.d. Web. 05 Mar. 2016. In the area of the genital infection there may be pain, itching, painful urination, discharge from the vagina or urethra, and tender lymph nodes. "Did You Know?" Herpes Simplex Virus | American Skin Association. N.p., n.d. Web. 06 Mar. 2016. In the area of the genital infection there may be pain, itching, painful urination, discharge from the vagina or urethra, and tender lymph

Herpes simplex is a viral infection, also known as HSV. The virus is highly contagious. It can be transmitted by close or direct contact with an infected person. The herpes appear anywhere on the body. The most common herpes simplex is oral herpes and genital herpes. The oral herpes cause cold sores and fever blisters around the mouth and on the face. The genital herpes are generally around the genital.

The herpes family of viruses includes 8 different viruses that affect human beings. The viruses are known by numbers as human herpes virus 1 through 8 (HHV1 - HHV8).

Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is a virus that affects many people in the world. This paper will discuss the history, taxonomy, structure, and replication of the virus. The common symptoms, treatments, and vaccinations will also be discussed.

Herpes is an STD that can be caused by one of two viruses, Herpes Simplex Type 1 and Herpes Simplex Type 2. In the United States, herpes is quite common as every one out of six people ages 14 to 49 years old have herpes. You can spread the disease by having vaginal, anal, or oral sex with someone who has the disease, and getting into contact with fluids found in a herpes sore. Herpes has periods where you are really susceptible to spreading it and periods where you aren’t, and the symptoms one gets during these periods to indicate a flare up, such as itching and tingling, and sores are called Prodromal Symptoms. Between outbreaks, herpes can still be spread, and this is called Asymptomatic Transmission. Many people catch herpes from one who is infected during these periods and also by people who don’t know they are infected. If you recognize your symptoms, you are much less likely in spreading the virus when the lesions are present. To prevent spreading during asymptomatic periods and periods when you do have lesions, regularly using sexual barriers and condoms or avoiding sexual contact is advised. During flare ups, do not touch the sores, as you risk spreading the disease to other people and other places, and if you do, promptly wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.

The ones I just mentioned are some symptoms of HSV. When someone is feeling that type of way, he or she should go for herpes test. The effects of HSV is that once it is contacted, it stays in the body forever, though it might be inactive. It can cause sores in the genital area. Some women have this sore in their sexual organ (vagina). The effect of HSV can make it easier for one to get HIV. It can cause problems in the nervous system, this is because once it is contacted, it will travel through the nerves and affect it. It can also cause pregnancy problems, this is when the disease (HSV) will go from the mother to the unborn child, causing fatal problem. If you are seeking for help on how to prevent HSV, ask your partner about his or her sexual history. Also ask your partner to be tested for genital herpes. Please don’t drive while intoxicated. I don’t know why someone would want to do that. To prevent HSV, one of the sexual intercourse partner should use a latex condom during every sexual contact, limit the number of sexual partners. People with HSV should abstain totally from sexual

Genital herpes is one of the most common STDs in the U.S.A. Herpes is caused by the herpes simplex virus. There are two types of herpes simplex virus; herpes simplex virus-1, and herpes simplex virus-2. Both can cause sores on the genital area. Most people with genital herpes, (herpes simplex virus-2,) do not know they have it, since the symptoms are either nonexistent or very mild. Herpes simplex virus-2 most commonly causes cold sores, but can also be a cause of genital herpes.

Being affected by and diagnosed with Herpes is a very personal and often very frustrating time in one's life. While the Herpes virus is not life-threatening, it will stay with you for the rest of your life which is why it is often considered to be taboo. Unfortunately, even the healthiest and safest people can contract the Herpes virus. This is because the virus can be transmitted through a simple kiss, through sexual contact even if safer sex precautions are taken such as wearing a condom, or even through non-sexual physical contact due to the fact the virus can remain active on the skin's surface even if it does not produce a visible symptom such as a wart or cold sore.

Herpes is a highly contagious viral infection with a family of eight different types of viruses that affect the human body. There is herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV1) or the HHV1, which targets the facial area with cold sores on the lips. Additionally, there is herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV2) or the HHV2, which is known to cause a sexually transmitted disease known as genital herpes. Another one is the varicella-zoster virus (HHV3) which has been linked to chickenpox. Apart from chickenpox, it is also known to cause shingles- a recurrent skin infection. Another type of herpes is Epstein-Barr virus (HHV4) which is the causative agent of the ‘kissing disease’ or mononucleosis. The ‘kissing disease’ is contagious and is passed from one person to the other through sharing utensils, saliva, or sneezing interactions with an infected person. Moreover, there is (HHV5), officially known as cytomegalovirus (CMV). Apart from the HHV4, it is also thought to cause mononucleosis. The virus is particularly dangerous for healthy people as it may fail to show any signs or symptoms. It can be contracted through sexual encounters, and it affects newborns in addition to causing hepatitis. Not only through sexual contact can CMV be passed on but also by breast- feeding, blood transfusion, or by an organ transplant. This infection is one of the hardest complications for people living with AIDS. It may cause a variety of complications blindness, diarrhea, and even death.

The first one is called herpes simplex virus I, HSV I and the second is herpes simplex virus II, HSV II. Both of these viruses cause herpes (blisters/sores) to appear in the oral or genital area. “HSV originated approximately 1.6 million years ago according to studies done at the University of California San Diego” (Health.UCSD.edu, 2014). The genetics of humans and primate herpes viruses were looked at because of their similarities. The studies show that the herpes virus began in ancient chimpanzees. Scientists believe that modern humans are the adaptation of these primates such as the chimpanzees and apes. After investigation of the herpes simplex virus in the chimpanzees, studies show that HSV I has been around far longer than HSV II has.

‘Epilepsy’ comes from the ancient Greek word which means epilepsia, meaning seizure. According to Epilepsy Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania, “Epilepsy is a brain disorder that causes seizures, which is a change in the normal brain actively.” Seizures which is not a disease resulting from unusual electrical activity in the brain is a significant symptom for epilepsy. Epilepsy seizures last from few seconds to couple of minutes. While all seizures are not related with epilepsy, generalized seizure, Focal seizure, Status epilepticus are significant seizures for epilepsy. Epileptic seizures are formed by abnormal electricity producing from the brain. There are several kinds of epilepsy with different types of seizures. There is no specific age group, race, nationality or social level who are suffers most in epilepsy. People from all ages can affected by epilepsy, specially from two to sixty-five ages are more affected. It is very important for neurologist to early diagnose the type of epilepsy. Patient having multiple epilepsy with variety of seizures, without early diagnosis all of them it is very tough to treatment a patient in an effective way.

Some of the viruses that cause encephalitis are arboviruses, cytomegalovirus, poliovirus, herpes zoster, and herpes simplex type 1. West Nile virus has been a big