Pale or Herpes

WHAT IS THE PALE?
It is a virus infection called Herpes Simplex which can be seen in the skin and mucous membranes.

WHAT CAUSES?
The herpes virus is contagious and passes by contact. Kissing, sexual intercourse, using the same towel … Viruses do not die where they are. The herpes simplex virus, once transmitted to a person, can be present in the body without symptoms, and can also occur with recurrent infections in later periods.

IN WHICH PARTS OF THE BODY DOES IT OCCUR?
There are two types of herpes virus. These are usually Herpes virus type 1 in the face area, such as the lip, around the nose, and herpes virus type 2 in the genital area. The prevalence of Type 2 virus has increased rapidly in recent years with sexually transmitted diseases.

IN WHICH SITUATIONS DOES IT OCCUR?
Once the virus is infected, it is placed at the nerve endings and makes a pale on the skin when it finds the appropriate environment. Herpes may recur during periods of stress, when the immune system is weakened, before the period.

TREATMENT
Drugs and cryotherapy prescribed by the dermatologist control the infection and provide treatment.