Question 1

which is ocular herpes and what are the signs and symptons?

Accepted Answer

Herpes on eye: This is a breakout of the herpes simplex virus usually onto the cornea (although it can also involve the lids).  It causes eye redness, vision drops, pain in the eye and excess tear flow.  If treated early it can be beaten back easily with specific anti-viral medication.  But delay in this can cause scarring.  Check in with your ophthalmologist to take care of this.

Question 2

what is herpes?

Accepted Answer

Virus family: Herpes is a family of viruses characterized by small blister-like (vesicles) rash & by staying in the body until triggered again. Most common ones are herpes simplex i & ii which cause cold sores and genital sores. Chickenpox is a herpes virus that can reappear later in life as shingles. Epstein-barr & cytomegalovirus, roseola virus, & cause of kaposi's sarcoma are all herpes viruses.

Question 3

signs of herpes?

Accepted Answer

Painful ulcers: Genital herpes is a viral infection that most commonly presents w/ painful sores or ulcers in the  genital area (boxer short distribution).  Outbreak can start as pain & itching.  There may be small red bumps or tiny white blisters. Some pts have pain w/ urinating, recurrent vaginal irritation, painful lymph nodes in groin, pain down leg. Inital outbreak may feel like flu. Sometimes no symptoms.

Question 4

is herpes serious?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Herpes simplex  when sexually transmitted to an otherwise healthy adult usually manifests as a group of burning or painful blisters.  The problem in these individuals is the high potential for reccurrence and it's contagious nature. 
Herpes simplex infections in those with a poor or compromised immune system  such as aids or neonates on the other hand can be very serious.

Question 5

can herpes be cured?

Accepted Answer

No: Herpes simplex virus, like all members of this group of viruses, acts like a squatter.  Sets up shop in your body and remains there for the rest of your life, although you may never have symptoms.

Question 6

i think i have herpes

Accepted Answer

Free, public forum: You have no question submitted here, but just a statement. A question is something you are wondering about and would like an answer to. Submit a question (not merely a statement) to ask us what you wish to know. Be sure to include generic names of drugs if asking about drugs not sold in the US, or maybe sold here under a different name. If needing a private consultation, choose HealthTap PRIME.

Question 7

how did i get herpes?

Accepted Answer

From someone else: You get herpes from someone else who has it.  Hsv-2 is usually transmitted sexually.  Hsv-1, the cause of cold sores, is often acquired earlier in life through close personal contact that isn't sexual.

Question 8

how to remove herpes?

Accepted Answer

You don't!: The acquisition of herpes 1 or 2 is permanent and the viruses are spread by vaginal/anal and oral interocurse, and kissing. If you have herpes, you can prevent the spead by taking acyclovir, famvir, (famciclovir) or valtex!

Question 9

idk if i have herpes

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Get an exam and have a physician answer this question for you.  If you are having lesions now - it is the time to go!

Question 10

how can herpes spread ?

Accepted Answer

Contact: Herpes is spread from skin-to-skin contact when someone has active blisters.  Hope this helps!

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Symptons of herpies

A member asked:

Which is ocular herpes and what are the signs and symptons?

A member asked:

What is herpes?

A member asked:

Signs of herpes?

A member asked:

Is herpes serious?

A member asked:

Can herpes be cured?

A member asked:

I think i have herpes

A member asked:

How did i get herpes?

A member asked:

How to remove herpes?

A member asked:

Idk if i have herpes

A member asked:

How can herpes spread ?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?