Very many face rashes on the face (and other parts of the body), which are called herpes. Not only is this a significant cosmetic flaw, but also the appearance of such vesicles is accompanied by itching, pain. There are many methods of treatment and prevention of such a disease. One of them is a vaccine against herpes.
What is herpes?
The peculiarity of the herpes virus is that once it gets into our body, it remains there forever. However, a certain group of people may not know how this disease proceeds. Others very often suffer from his relapses. Such a microorganism is destroyed by ultraviolet radiation and various disinfectants. In the environment, the virus is not resistant, but the cold helps it to remain viable. One of the subspecies is shingles (or it is called herpes zoster). It affects the nervous system and skin. Moreover, rashes are accompanied by unpleasant pain. Initially, herpes zoster provokes the appearance of chickenpox. After that, it remains in the body, and then can manifest itself in the form of lichen. Older people are most likely to be affected by this virus.
Types of Herpes Viruses
Eight varieties of this microorganism are distinguished. The first and second type include herpes simplex. They differ in diseases that provoke. With the activation of the first type, herpes of the skin, lips appears, the second - genital herpes. The virus that causes chickenpox is of the third type. There is also the Epstein-Barr virus (fourth type). It is able to provoke the occurrence of tumors, as well as infectious mononucleosis. The fifth subspecies may include cytomegalovirus. It affects the liver tissue, causes pneumonia. The sixth and seventh groups are roseolovirus. The herpes virus, which is classified as the eighth type, affects the course of immunodeficiency syndrome (acquired).
Symptoms of the disease
At the very beginning of the disease, pain appears in the area where subsequently there will be a focus of herpes. Itching, a burning sensation are added to the pain. After some time, redness appears, and then small bubbles filled with liquid. Within a few days, their number may increase. Then the neoplasms burst, a crust appears in their place. Often these places lose their pigmentation, but this phenomenon disappears with time. There are a number of other signs that accompany more serious forms of the disease. First, there is an increase in temperature, symptoms of meningitis (weakness, severe and sharp headaches) may occur. With damage to the organs of hearing, rashes are observed in this area, a person begins to hear worse. Lymph nodes increase in size.
What are the treatments
In most cases, the disease goes away in one or two weeks. But in some situations competent therapy is needed (the presence of concomitant diseases, immunodeficiency, herpes develops with complications). The specialist selects a set of necessary drugs, among which, without fail, antiviral drugs, means for removing the inflammatory process are present. If necessary, the patient takes pain medication. Remedies for the herpes virus include tablets and special masks (for external use). It should be noted that the gel will give a good result only when it is applied in the initial stage (with barely appearing redness and pain). In case of eye damage, hospitalization of the patient is necessary. Significantly increases the effectiveness of treatment for herpes vaccine. It will also help to significantly reduce the number of relapses that occur.
Virus vaccine
A large number of pharmacological enterprises conduct research aimed at developing an effective drug for this virus. Initially, a vaccine against herpes zoster was developed, which was tested on both men and women. Unfortunately, it turned out that it does not affect the representatives of the stronger sex. The best results were achieved by scientists from the UK. Their drug reduced the risk of infection, and the disease also progressed in a milder form. The Soviet Union also had its own developments. The therapy included 5 injections, which were carried out at a certain interval (several days). However, such a vaccine against herpes reviews was also mixed. In some cases, relapse did not become less.
Modern drugs for vaccination
The action of modern vaccines is aimed at the formation of immunity to a pathogenic microorganism. They are also able to stop relapses for a rather long time. Herpes vaccine - a vaccine - incorporates a living culture, but its ability to become infected is significantly weakened. One of these drugs is Vitagerpavak. This vaccine is mainly used against the first and second types of viruses. Injection is done in the area of the forearm. The entire course includes 5 repetitions. The interval between administration of the drug with normal tolerance is about a week. Experts recommend a second course of injections after six months. To date, there is an artificial microorganism of herpes, in which the gene responsible for penetration into the cells has been removed. Thus, “infection” occurs only once, and further infection does not occur. However, such a vaccine against herpes (reviews of experts indicate its sufficient effectiveness) requires improvement.
Contraindications for vaccination. Possible complications
There are a number of points, the presence of which is a contraindication to the manipulation. First, vaccination should be delayed if the virus is in the active phase. Herpes vaccination is strictly prohibited during pregnancy, as well as in the presence of AIDS (active form). Another forbidden factor is high fever, other infectious diseases. Often the question arises of where to get the vaccine. There are vaccination centers (but mostly commercial ones). This is where you can get vaccinated. Its cost is relatively small. In addition, almost all paid clinics offer a service such as a cold sore vaccine. Where to do it is not a problem, the doctor may also prescribe the drug (for example, a gynecologist). As a rule, vaccination is tolerated quite easily. But an increase in temperature, weakness is not excluded. The injection site may turn slightly red. Allergic symptoms are very rare. The patient notes a rapid heartbeat, it becomes difficult to breathe, and the throat swells. The skin becomes pale, hives may appear. In this case, you must urgently seek help from a specialist.
Methods of preventing the occurrence of herpes
The main factor that affects whether the virus is activated is the state of immunity.
Only when the body's defenses are at its best, you can not be afraid of the occurrence of such an unpleasant disease. Prevention of herpes on the lips provides for the timely treatment of all current diseases, especially chronic ones. It is also very important to avoid hypothermia. However, an excessive amount of hot sunlight can also trigger a disease. Everyone knows that stress does not affect the body's defense mechanisms in the best way. Therefore, do not give in to negative emotions. Prevention of herpes on the lips does not do without proper nutrition (with a lot of vitamins). Well, of course, do not forget about personal hygiene.