Raising Herpes and HPV Awareness
Jul 5th, 2010 Posted in Herpes, Human Papilloma Virus | no comment »
Most sexually transmitted diseases are dangerous in nature…not because of their affect on human beings, but because of the social stigma associated with them, and the barriers one might face throughout their life even after they are cured completely.
Herpes is a sexually transmitted infection which is very contagious. If you are a person who has experienced their first signs or symptoms of this virus it may come to you as a bit of shock. Most people who have gone through this phase realize the immense fear and sorrow that one might face. But the fact is that this initial phase also proves that the worst is behind you. From here you can only be better. Fortunately, there is plenty of medical help and counseling available for people in almost all cities. The Herpes Simplex Virus causes these symptoms. It is passed from person to person by kissing, or by having saliva-to-skin contact, skin-to-skin contact, or skin-to-lesion contact. There are various strains of the virus.
A person can have oral herpes on the lips, and mouth, genital herpes or non-genital herpes. Non-genital herpes is called ‘shingles’ and is highly contagious. Oral herpes (HSV-1) is spread by kissing or having oral sex with an infected person. Unprotected sex can also cause genital herpes (HSV-2) in the vagina or the anus. Doctors can minimize the symptoms and prevent further episodes in the future with medication. The virus however stays inside the body through life in an inactive form.
Another sexual disease is called HPV or Human Papilloma Virus. It is a common cause of sexually transmitted infections. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention around 6.2 million new cases of sexually transmitted HPV infections are reported every year. 20 million people in this country alone are already infected. There are various types of HPV such as 6, 11, 16, and 18. Some of them like 6 and 11 cause genital warts; whereas 16 and 18 cause pre-cancerous changes on the cervix, which may later form into cancerous growths. It some cases it can affect the penis, vulva, vagina, and anus. Genital warts are the most recognizable symptom of this illness. These warts are soft and cauliflower-shaped. They can also be flat or with bumps. In women it can be found in the areas adjoining the vagina and anus. In men it is found on scrotum, penis, groin, thighs, or anus.
The people affected with HPV, Herpes or any other sexually transmitted diseases need our complete help and support. There are many reliable social networking websites that aim to provide their services to whoever may need it while helping to promote their cause. People here at “H”-Talk! can share their stories, ask for advice, provide solutions, search for friends, and find dating partners. “H”-Talk! is also a place for partners, families, support groups, managers, counselors, and medical professionals of people living with this virus. Please do your part and help create great relationships and provide awareness about these viruses and more.
You can contribute tax deductible donations for treatment and research on Herpes and HPV as well.
Monti Robinson
CEO/Website Owner
Love, H Style
www.lovehstyle.com
