A specific virus in the human body can trigger a rash on the body - herpes. Most often, it affects the skin on the chest, back, stomach, sometimes on the arms, legs, head. The virus is transmitted by contact - shaking hands, dishes, and other household items. Also, the virus can enter the body by airborne droplets.
Already in the early days of the disease, a person is a danger to others until the rash is covered with crusts. The rash may appear in visible areas of the body, which can cause discomfort. In this case, it is advisable to use the service to buy the necessary medicines without leaving home.
Causes of herpes
- overheating or hypothermia of the body;
- stress factor;
- infection leading to weakened immunity;
- malnutrition;
- exacerbation of chronic diseases;
- severe diabetes mellitus;
- diseases of the blood;
- physical overload;
- severe injuries;
- prolonged use of certain groups of drugs;
- chemotherapy treatment.
Treatment
carried out taking into account the degree of manifestation of the disease and the age of the patient. Antipyretic and antimicrobial agents are immediately prescribed. If necessary, let us take painkillers, which include acetaminophen or lidocaine. To improve the general condition of the patient, it is recommended to take funds that strengthen the body's immune system. This will help speed recovery.
Physiotherapy is used to treat herpetic eruptions. This can be both ultraviolet radiation and laser exposure. Such procedures activate immune processes in the body, have an antiseptic and mild analgesic effect.
At the initial stage of the disease, it is advisable to use external antiviral agents: zovirax, virolex, acyclovir. Ibuprofen or paracetamol can act as anesthesia. To prevent the attachment of another infection, it is necessary to treat the skin with antiseptics: miramistin, streptocide, zinc ointment. Warming up ointments, for example, “Dr. Mom” or “Zvezdochka” balm, help speed up metabolic processes.
During treatment, you should avoid the use of body creams, perfumed gels, lotions, scrubs. Contact with water should be minimized. During an exacerbation, it is advisable to take a shower once in two days. Before crusts appear, it is recommended to wear cotton underwear. If the bubbles on the skin burst, then the serous fluid absorbs the tissue. This will reduce the risk of secondary infection.