The Herpes Virus affects millions of people world wide. Most are affected by the less serious strain of Herpes, HSV-1, which produces cold sores/fever blisters. Someone infected by this strain of Herpes could have received the virus through a variety of ways including a simple kiss from someone that was already infected.

The other strain, HSV-2, is commonly called genital Herpes. This more serious strain of Herpes is typically associated as a Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) as it is often transmitted during sexual intercourse.

While it is possible to significantly reduce the chances of contracting the Herpes virus via methods such as avoiding any skin-to-skin contact when someone is having an outbreak in addition to employing safer sex methods such as men wearing a latex condom as well as using dental dam during oral sex. However, it should be noted that no matter what precaution one takes, there is no way to entirely prevent the transmission of the Herpes virus.

This is because the virus may be transmitted through any skin-to-skin contact regardless of the infected person is having an outbreak or not.

That said, being infected with the Herpes virus is not the end of the world. It will simply require some adjustments to your lifestyle. In addition, the social taboo of having Herpes continues to diminish as more and more people are willing to be open and honest about their disease.

Choosing an Effective OTC Herpes Treatment

While there are a variety of prescription Herpes medications available, more and more consumers are choosing to purchase natural herpes treatments. This is because a natural herpes treatment is not only less expensive, it is also less risky than using a prescription medication.

If you are one of the millions of those affected by Herpes and would like to use an OTC Herpes treatment, there are some things you need to be aware of. The first and most important fact you need to know is that you will not be able to cure your disease.

While you will see some companies promoting the fact that their product will “flush out” the virus, the reality is Herpes can not be cured. Period!

However, much like other viruses, Herpes can be controlled and suppressed.

This is due to the fact that natural herpes treatments such as daily supplements attack the virus on two fronts. On one hand, a natural herpes treatment typically contains proven ingredients which have been shown to suppress outbreaks from developing.

On the other hand, these supplements also contain an array of beneficial vitamins and minerals which will help improve the immune system. The stronger the immune system, the more the body will be able to prevent outbreaks from surfacing.

In conclusion, choosing an effective OTC Herpes Treatment depends not only on the effectiveness of the ingredients, but also on the product's cost effectiveness as well.

It should also be noted that you should discontinue use of any product including a OTC Herpes Treatment if prolonged irritation occurs. While the chances of the happening are very low and usually only develop due to a specific allergy to one of the natural ingredients.

Of course, the potential to develop a side effect from a prescription Herpes Treatment is much higher.