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Experimental Drug Could Help Knock Out Herpes Virus In Body

Researchers looking to knock out the herpes virus have been conducting research on animals, giving them an experimental drug that addressed active infections and lowered the chance for future outbreaks.

Mark Riegel, MD

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Evidence Shows Strong Link Between Herpes and Decline In Cognitive Faculties

Evidence Shows Strong Link Between Herpes and Decline In Cognitive Faculties

Several recent studies have backed up a claim that herpes infections can cause cognitive diseases like Alzheimer’s. There is so much research about it that researchers said it would be safe to assume that the virus could be a cause for Alzheimer’s and other cognitive diseases.

Mark Riegel, MD

Kissing Can Result In A Positive STD Diagnosis

Kissing Can Result In A Positive STD Diagnosis

Most people think kissing is safe when it comes to STDs. However, what you may not realize is that syphilis and herpes simplex virus (HSV 1 and 2) can be transmitted by mouth – be it a quick kiss on the mouth or a French kiss.

Mark Riegel, MD

Alternative Herpes Treatments

Alternative Herpes Treatments

Herpes is caused by the virus herpes simplex and an estimated one in six people suffer from this disease worldwide.

Mark Riegel, MD

Is Valtrex Treatment Effective in Reducing HSV-2 Transmission to Infant During Birth?

Is Valtrex Treatment Effective in Reducing HSV-2 Transmission to Infant During Birth?

HSV 2 is the virus that causes genital herpes and infection is for life. A diagnosis of herpes can be devastating and is life altering.

Mark Riegel, MD

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