Herpes 2 is a type of the herpes simplex virus that is most commonly associated with genital herpes. genital herpes is believed to affect one in every four sexually active adults over the age of 12.
In recent years and through several studies that have been conducted, it is estimated that ninety percent of the population that is infected with the herpes 2 virus have no idea of its presence. Herpes 2 is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections plaguing society today. This is primarily due to that fact that 90% don't realize they have it and in other studies it has been found that herpes 2 can be transmitted when there are no signs of lesions or outbreak. This process of being infectious without symptom is called a symptomatic shedding.
Through viral shedding it is possible to transmit the virus to another person. Herpes 2 is contagious and is transmitted via skin-to-skin contact most commonly through sexual intercourse or oral sex.
Herpes 2 symptoms include blisters, itching, burning during urination and flu like symptoms, which are most times associated only with the initial outbreak.
If a person becomes infected with the herpes 2 virus the typical time in which it takes symptoms to appear is 7-10 days.
If you believe you may have the herpes 2 virus it is important to see your healthcare provider as soon as possible. Do not apply anti-itch creams that have a steroidal base, this can only intensify and lengthen the duration of the herpes 2 outbreak.
It is recommended that you speak with your healthcare provider about treatment options that are available. One that you may wish to consider is the all-natural product for herpes called H-Balm by Forces of Nature. H-Balm is an essential oil that is supported by many testimonials of people living with herpes and their comments on its effectiveness in helping with their outbreaks.