Herpes Treatment Site: Top Reasons to Avoid Prescription HSV Drugs

While prescription herpes medications can successfully manage HSV, there are alternatives that are equally as effective, have no side effects and cost much less. In order to educate consumers about HSV 1 and 2, Herpes Treatment Site has developed a list of the top reasons to avoid prescription HSV drugs.

(PRWEB) June 25, 2012

Once infected with the herpes simplex virus (commonly known as HSV), an individual has a number of options to deal with the various symptoms and signs. Oftentimes, consumers automatically turn to prescription drugs to deal with their illnesses despite the fact that many ingredients found in nature can manage their ailments with fewer side effects and at a lower cost. Herpes Treatment Site’s “Top Reasons to Avoid Prescription HSV Drugs” was developed in an effort to educate readers of the negative aspects of herpes simplex virus medications.

The Top Reasons to Avoid Prescription HSV Drugs

1. They require a doctor’s prescription and regular office visits.

Not only do you have to visit the doctor for your initial prescription, you must go back regularly for refills and checkups.

2. They can be extremely expensive.

While insurance can sometimes shrink the total out-of-pocket cost of prescriptions, individuals without insurance are forced to absorb the total price of the medications.

3. They are often accompanied by an array of unwanted side effects.

Common side effects of prescription herpes drugs include dizziness, headache, nausea, stomach pain, vomiting and more.

4. There are a number of natural ingredients that are more effective and safe.

5. They can interfere with your other medications.

6. Natural alternatives can offer additional health benefits that prescription medications cannot.

Many of the ingredients used in herbal herpes treatments offer benefits other than simply suppressing HSV and encouraging outbreaks to heal.

7. They can cause severe side effects in some individuals.

Severe side effects that plague prescription herpes treatments include hallucinations, seizures, depression, speech problems, difficulty breathing and more.

Editor's Notes: HerpesTreatmentSite.com was founded to help provide answers and support for both those infected with HSV 1, HSV 2 or shingles and others who are simply interested in learning about the herpes virus.

Jake Fisher
Herpes Treatment Site
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HSV2 Dating - How to Avoid Losing Hope

If you've just been diagnosed with hsv2, dating may seem like a frightening and humiliating prospect. This is normal, but be assured that it's not as scary as it seems.

First, it's important to note that roughly 25% of the adult population in North America has contracted hsv2. Not only that, but 70% or so of people who have contracted it have not been diagnosed and are not aware!

What does this mean? It means that 1 in 4 potential mates will have it, but most will not know it, so if you are rejected on the basis of your herpes diagnosis it could very well be from someone who is in the exact same boat. The difference is that at least you have bothered to get tested, and have the integrity to be honest about it to a potential partner.

HSV2 Dating in the 'Offline World'

With that little rant out of the way, I want to talk about the best way to approach a date when you have hsv2. Primarily you need to:

o Maintain your self confidence

o Be knowledgeable about the risks and how to minimize them

If you meet someone that you really connect with, don't assume that they will reject you because of hsv2, and be ready to debunk any myths that they may believe. Balance this with honesty, too. Let them know:

o There are medications on the market that significantly reduce the chances of transmission. One of them, Valtrex, has proven in a 2002 study to reduce the chances of shedding the virus by 45-50%.

o Good quality latex condoms are also effective in reducing the risks. Kimono, Trojan and Durex condoms are all reliable as long as they are not old, exposed to heat or excessive sun, or have been torn with the fingernails or teeth.

o There can be no sexual contact during outbreaks, but outbreaks are not a weekly (or usually even monthly) occurrence.

o There is no 100% guarantee against transmission with anything, so if the risk factor is still too high, that's understandable.

HSV2 Dating in the 'Online World'

One great thing about modern technology is that it allows us to connect with others discreetly, without leaving our homes, and through specific channels. The trend in hsv2-related dating sites has provided a very viable option for those unwilling to face rejection, but equally unwilling to accept eternal loneliness.

Many people who venture into the offline dating pool with the integrity to disclose their condition complain that their condition becomes an obsession for both themselves and potential mates that they disclose to. This is valid, and is solved with hsv2-specific dating sites; your hsv2 status is disclosed in your profile, so you can get on to the business of relaxing and discussing more interesting things with prospective mates.

Although I would admit that most hsv2-related dating sites are not of very good quality, there is one that is very good, because it is popular and its members are more active than usual. This site is Positive Singles Online, which has a very good reputation, huge database of members, and a forum you can use even with a free membership. Positive Singles Online also allows you to create a free profile so you can check it out before committing to upgrading your membership.

I hope this has been helpful; don't lose the faith.

HSV2 Dating - How to Avoid Losing Hope

If you've just been diagnosed with hsv2, dating may seem like a frightening and humiliating prospect. This is normal, but be assured that it's not as scary as it seems.

First, it's important to note that roughly 25% of the adult population in North America has contracted hsv2. Not only that, but 70% or so of people who have contracted it have not been diagnosed and are not aware!

What does this mean? It means that 1 in 4 potential mates will have it, but most will not know it, so if you are rejected on the basis of your herpes diagnosis it could very well be from someone who is in the exact same boat. The difference is that at least you have bothered to get tested, and have the integrity to be honest about it to a potential partner.

HSV2 Dating in the 'Offline World'

With that little rant out of the way, I want to talk about the best way to approach a date when you have hsv2. Primarily you need to:

o Maintain your self confidence

o Be knowledgeable about the risks and how to minimize them

If you meet someone that you really connect with, don't assume that they will reject you because of hsv2, and be ready to debunk any myths that they may believe. Balance this with honesty, too. Let them know:

o There are medications on the market that significantly reduce the chances of transmission. One of them, Valtrex, has proven in a 2002 study to reduce the chances of shedding the virus by 45-50%.

o Good quality latex condoms are also effective in reducing the risks. Kimono, Trojan and Durex condoms are all reliable as long as they are not old, exposed to heat or excessive sun, or have been torn with the fingernails or teeth.

o There can be no sexual contact during outbreaks, but outbreaks are not a weekly (or usually even monthly) occurrence.

o There is no 100% guarantee against transmission with anything, so if the risk factor is still too high, that's understandable.

HSV2 Dating in the 'Online World'

One great thing about modern technology is that it allows us to connect with others discreetly, without leaving our homes, and through specific channels. The trend in hsv2-related dating sites has provided a very viable option for those unwilling to face rejection, but equally unwilling to accept eternal loneliness.

Many people who venture into the offline dating pool with the integrity to disclose their condition complain that their condition becomes an obsession for both themselves and potential mates that they disclose to. This is valid, and is solved with hsv2-specific dating sites; your hsv2 status is disclosed in your profile, so you can get on to the business of relaxing and discussing more interesting things with prospective mates.

Although I would admit that most hsv2-related dating sites are not of very good quality, there is one that is very good, because it is popular and its members are more active than usual. This site is Positive Singles Online, which has a very good reputation, huge database of members, and a forum you can use even with a free membership. Positive Singles Online also allows you to create a free profile so you can check it out before committing to upgrading your membership.

I hope this has been helpful; don't lose the faith.

Dating With Genital Herpes - How to Avoid Awkwardness

The most common initial reaction people have when they are diagnosed with genital herpes is a sort of nightmare vision of a lot of future loneliness. Quite often, there is at least a vague sense that they will be perceived by everyone else as 'dirty', and become a social outcast.

Here's the reality: dating with genital herpes is not nearly as difficult as it seems. The main reason for this is that in any given singles environment in North America you would find that at least 1 in every 5 people you chat up has also been infected with genital herpes.

I'm going to talk a little here about both online and offline dating with genital herpes. If you prefer to avoid online dating & support groups, there is a certain mindset you will want to adopt when bringing it up to a possible mate in the 'offline world'.

So, how do I approach the topic with a potential partner who may or may not be infected?

I hate sounding like a cliché, but knowledge is power. You're not going to know from the start exactly when you'll need to expose your condition, so the best strategy is to already be aware and prepared now.

One important thing to do, if your self-esteem has dropped since your diagnosis, is to stop telling yourself the negatives ('I'm dirty, nobody will want me'), and face the actual reality: you are far from alone with the condition, nor is it your defining characteristic. If you talk about your condition in whispered tones and head hung low, others will see you the way you see yourself: as poison.

One precautionary thing you can do is to talk to your doctor about going on an antiviral medication. Valtrex, for example, was proven in a 2002 study to have significant effectiveness in preventing the spread of herpes (by about 48% over a placebo).
Also, put some money aside to invest in high-quality latex condoms. This action is also estimated to reduce the spread of genital herpes by around 50% (over no condom use).

Finally, you will want to assure your partner that you are aware of what an outbreak feels like and when they occur, and that you will not put them at risk at these times with penetration or oral sex. The outbreaks will be good times to suggest other forms of sexual play that don't involve the potential exchange of bodily fluids.

Now this may all sound like a big hassle to you, or you may just not have the personality type to be so upfront about genital herpes to someone new. In this case you may find that dating with genital herpes is much more comfortable within an online dating site. There are many dating sites popping up nowadays catering to people with genital herpes and other std's, with the most popular being PositiveSinglesOnline.com.

With PositiveSinglesOnline.com, members tend to be more discreet than with an average dating site, so there are less profiles with photos. Many members, however, will build up trust with others on the site first, then exchange photos once trust has been built. Since you're also talking to people in the same situation, of course, things do tend to move a bit quicker since 'disclosure procrastination' is nonexistent.

I hope this has been helpful, and you're able to find peace and happiness as I have.

HSV2 Dating - How to Avoid Losing Hope

If you've just been diagnosed with hsv2, dating may seem like a frightening and humiliating prospect. This is normal, but be assured that it's not as scary as it seems.

First, it's important to note that roughly 25% of the adult population in North America has contracted hsv2. Not only that, but 70% or so of people who have contracted it have not been diagnosed and are not aware!

What does this mean? It means that 1 in 4 potential mates will have it, but most will not know it, so if you are rejected on the basis of your herpes diagnosis it could very well be from someone who is in the exact same boat. The difference is that at least you have bothered to get tested, and have the integrity to be honest about it to a potential partner.

HSV2 Dating in the 'Offline World'

With that little rant out of the way, I want to talk about the best way to approach a date when you have hsv2. Primarily you need to:

o Maintain your self confidence

o Be knowledgeable about the risks and how to minimize them

If you meet someone that you really connect with, don't assume that they will reject you because of hsv2, and be ready to debunk any myths that they may believe. Balance this with honesty, too. Let them know:

o There are medications on the market that significantly reduce the chances of transmission. One of them, Valtrex, has proven in a 2002 study to reduce the chances of shedding the virus by 45-50%.

o Good quality latex condoms are also effective in reducing the risks. Kimono, Trojan and Durex condoms are all reliable as long as they are not old, exposed to heat or excessive sun, or have been torn with the fingernails or teeth.

o There can be no sexual contact during outbreaks, but outbreaks are not a weekly (or usually even monthly) occurrence.

o There is no 100% guarantee against transmission with anything, so if the risk factor is still too high, that's understandable.

HSV2 Dating in the 'Online World'

One great thing about modern technology is that it allows us to connect with others discreetly, without leaving our homes, and through specific channels. The trend in hsv2-related dating sites has provided a very viable option for those unwilling to face rejection, but equally unwilling to accept eternal loneliness.

Many people who venture into the offline dating pool with the integrity to disclose their condition complain that their condition becomes an obsession for both themselves and potential mates that they disclose to. This is valid, and is solved with hsv2-specific dating sites; your hsv2 status is disclosed in your profile, so you can get on to the business of relaxing and discussing more interesting things with prospective mates.

Although I would admit that most hsv2-related dating sites are not of very good quality, there is one that is very good, because it is popular and its members are more active than usual. This site is Positive Singles Online, which has a very good reputation, huge database of members, and a forum you can use even with a free membership. Positive Singles Online also allows you to create a free profile so you can check it out before committing to upgrading your membership.

I hope this has been helpful; don't lose the faith.

Dating With Genital Herpes - How to Avoid Awkwardness

The most common initial reaction people have when they are diagnosed with genital herpes is a sort of nightmare vision of a lot of future loneliness. Quite often, there is at least a vague sense that they will be perceived by everyone else as 'dirty', and become a social outcast.

Here's the reality: dating with genital herpes is not nearly as difficult as it seems. The main reason for this is that in any given singles environment in North America you would find that at least 1 in every 5 people you chat up has also been infected with genital herpes.

I'm going to talk a little here about both online and offline dating with genital herpes. If you prefer to avoid online dating & support groups, there is a certain mindset you will want to adopt when bringing it up to a possible mate in the 'offline world'.

So, how do I approach the topic with a potential partner who may or may not be infected?

I hate sounding like a cliché, but knowledge is power. You're not going to know from the start exactly when you'll need to expose your condition, so the best strategy is to already be aware and prepared now.

One important thing to do, if your self-esteem has dropped since your diagnosis, is to stop telling yourself the negatives ('I'm dirty, nobody will want me'), and face the actual reality: you are far from alone with the condition, nor is it your defining characteristic. If you talk about your condition in whispered tones and head hung low, others will see you the way you see yourself: as poison.

One precautionary thing you can do is to talk to your doctor about going on an antiviral medication. Valtrex, for example, was proven in a 2002 study to have significant effectiveness in preventing the spread of herpes (by about 48% over a placebo).
Also, put some money aside to invest in high-quality latex condoms. This action is also estimated to reduce the spread of genital herpes by around 50% (over no condom use).

Finally, you will want to assure your partner that you are aware of what an outbreak feels like and when they occur, and that you will not put them at risk at these times with penetration or oral sex. The outbreaks will be good times to suggest other forms of sexual play that don't involve the potential exchange of bodily fluids.

Now this may all sound like a big hassle to you, or you may just not have the personality type to be so upfront about genital herpes to someone new. In this case you may find that dating with genital herpes is much more comfortable within an online dating site. There are many dating sites popping up nowadays catering to people with genital herpes and other std's, with the most popular being PositiveSinglesOnline.com.

With PositiveSinglesOnline.com, members tend to be more discreet than with an average dating site, so there are less profiles with photos. Many members, however, will build up trust with others on the site first, then exchange photos once trust has been built. Since you're also talking to people in the same situation, of course, things do tend to move a bit quicker since 'disclosure procrastination' is nonexistent.

I hope this has been helpful, and you're able to find peace and happiness as I have.