Herpes Level 3

Herpes
What is it?
*Blisters of the skin-Herpes Simplex and Herpes Zoster
*Causes Infectious Mononucleosis-Epstein-Barr virus
*Causes Roseola Infantum- Herpesvirus 6
*Cause of Kaposi’s Sarcoma in people with AIDS- Herpesvirus 8
*Cold Sores on the Lips or Eyes- HSV-1
*Sexual contact with Genital Herpes- HSV-2
*HSV-2- can be Transmitted to the Fetus if occurred in the last
3 Months of Pregnancy
*People with AIDS Skin Infections- can be Severe and Persistent
with Inflammation of the Esophagus and Intestines, Ulcers around
the Anus; Pneumonia, Nerve Abnormalities
What are the Symptoms?
*Recurring Episodes- of small, painful blisters on the Skin or
Mucous Membranes; can Infect Other People; Keep Areas Clean
*Eruptions- may be triggered by Overexposure to Sunlight,
Physical or Mental Stress, Fever, Certain Medications/Foods,
Suppression of the Immune System, and other Factors Unknown
*Itching and blisters- that form in clusters that are painful
What do I need to do?
*See your Physician- Increase Fluids, Healthy Diet
*See a Registered Dietitian- on Line if Needed
*Treat and Prevent- Bacterial Infection