Herpes Treatment: 20 Home Remedies for Managing Outbreaks

Herpes is a viral infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV), which can manifest in the form of cold sores on the lips or face, or as genital herpes. 

In this post I will be detailing some of the natural herpes treatment. Precisely 20 home remedies that can be used to manage any outbreak.

While there is no cure for herpes, there are some home remedies that can help alleviate the symptoms of herpes and even reduce the frequency of outbreaks.

1. Keep the affected area clean and dry. This can help prevent secondary infections from developing and can also help promote healing.

2. Apply a cold compress to the affected area. This will help reduce the pain and inflammation in the area.
3. Apply Aloe Vera gel to the affected area. This can help soothe the skin and promote healing.

4. Apply tea tree oil to the affected area. Doing this can reduce inflammation and redness in the area

5. Apply witch hazel to the affected area. This can help soothe the skin and reduce itching and discomfort.

6. Apply a mixture of baking soda and water to the affected area. This can help dry out the sore and promote healing.
7. Apply a mixture of apple cider vinegar and water to the affected area. This can help reduce the itching and discomfort in the area.

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8. Take a warm bath with Epsom salts. This can help reduce pain and discomfort.

9. Take over-the-counter pain medication. This can help reduce pain and discomfort associated with herpes outbreaks.

10. Apply a lip balm containing lemon balm extract to the affected area. This can help reduce pain and discomfort associated with cold sores.

11. Apply a lip balm containing tea tree oil to the affected area. This can help reduce inflammation and redness associated with cold sores.

12. Take a daily supplement of lysine. Lysine is an amino acid that can help reduce the frequency of herpes outbreaks.

13. Apply a mixture of coconut oil and tea tree oil to the affected area. This can help soothe the skin and promote healing.

14. Take a daily supplement of vitamin C. Vitamin C can help boost the immune system, which can help reduce the frequency of herpes outbreaks.

15. Apply a mixture of turmeric and water to the affected area. Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce pain and discomfort associated with herpes outbreaks.

16. Apply a mixture of honey and cinnamon to the area affected. Honey has antibacterial properties that can help promote healing, and cinnamon has antiviral properties that can help reduce the severity of outbreaks.

17. Apply a mixture of cornstarch and water to the affected area. This can help dry out the sore and promote healing.

18. Apply a mixture of calendula and coconut oil to the affected area. Calendula has anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce pain and discomfort associated with herpes outbreaks, and coconut oil can help moisturize and soothe the skin.

19. Take a daily supplement of echinacea. Echinacea is an herb that can help boost the immune system, which can help reduce the frequency of herpes outbreaks.
20. Take a daily supplement of garlic. Garlic has antiviral properties that can help reduce the severity of herpes outbreaks.

It’s important to note that herpes is a highly contagious virus and it’s recommended to practice good hygiene and safe sex, especially avoiding contact during an outbreak to avoid spreading it to others. 

Consult with a healthcare professional before trying any of these remedies, as they may not be suitable for everyone. 

Also, if you have frequent outbreaks and symptoms that are impacting your quality of life, speak with a healthcare professional about medications that can help control outbreaks.

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