Herpes is a lifelong infection you can acquire when a herpes simplex virus invades your skin through direct contact from an infected individual. The most common characteristic of herpes are reddish blisters and sores found on skin areas located near the mouth, neck, genitals, or anal part of the body. A herpes infection causes pain and tingling sensations in the infected area during an outbreak which may start in as little as 4-7 days upon after direct contact.
If you have a herpes infection and are experiencing periodic painful outbreaks, then this article will give you some important steps to reduce pain for Herpes. To be able to cope with herpes outbreaks that may cause severe discomfort, here are the some alternative do it yourself steps to reduce pain for Herpes:
- Use a Black Tea leaf (Camella Sinensis) topical remedy for your cold sore as this is one of the most effective natural remedies available. Camella Sinensis is rich with “tannins” or substances that have high anti-viral and anti-inflammatory properties. All you have to do is to make a cup of black tea, let it cool for a moment before applying it to the painful area. Hold the tea bag for 5 minutes approximately for 2 -3 times every day during the oral herpes outbreak.