The herpes virus can be contracted easily, as it is sufficient to drink from the same cup with an infected person, kiss him, or be exposed to droplets from coughing or sneezing.
Dr. Alexandra Filiova, a dermatologist and venereologist, she says: “As a general rule, type 1 herpes appears on the lips, while type 2 appears on the genitals, but type 1 can also infect the genitals. In addition, the herpes virus can lead to other diseases: chicken pox, viral infection.” Cytomegalovirus, infectious mononucleosis. In general, there are eight types of herpes virus that cause different diseases, each with a variety of clinical manifestations. These viruses have a common feature - after infection, they remain in the body forever and become active at any moment - exposure of the body to cold, excessive Exposure to the sun, frequent colds, a weak immune system, and chronic fatigue syndrome.”
According to her, this virus is usually transmitted during kissing, sexual intercourse, and the use of shared towels, tools, and razors, and the risk of transmission increases when the skin and mucous membranes are infected.
The doctor points out that herpes simplex infection is usually accompanied by the appearance of blisters on the lips, itching and tingling in the area where the rash appears. But when the third type of herpes virus is active, the person develops shingles - a very painful rash that appears on one side of the body and merges into foci, making it more painful, but not dangerous. The infected person recovers without traces remaining, except in cases where the disease is complicated and causes smallpox in children. Water as well as unvaccinated adults.
According to her, the main danger of herpes virus infection is that it can affect nerve fibers, create vision and hearing problems and can lead to partial paralysis of the facial muscles. and meningoencephalitis, but this occurs rarely and only in people at risk - young children, the elderly, and patients with a weakened immune system, such as cancer patients.
The doctor indicates that the injured person usually recovers on average after 2-4 weeks.
A doctor reveals the causes of pancreatitis
Feeling severe abdominal pain, nausea, and heartburn can indicate acute pancreatitis, which can develop into chronic inflammation for many reasons.
Dr. Nina Zubova, a specialist in proctology and colon surgery, points out that the pancreas is a gland in the digestive system that produces the enzymes necessary to digest food: protease (which splits proteins), lipase (helps digest fats), and amylase (works with carbohydrates). All enzymes secreted by the pancreas reach the intestine. But if the flow of pancreatic secretions is disrupted for some reason, the enzymes already produced remain in the pancreas and begin to “digest” the pancreas itself.
"Doctors usually distinguish three types of pancreatitis - acute, reactive and chronic. Each of them has its own causes and distinctive symptoms," she says.
“Acute pancreatitis” is a sudden inflammation of the pancreas. Its main symptoms: acute pain in the upper abdomen or left hypochondrium, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, flatulence, and increased body temperature. Yellowing of the whites of the eyes may also be noted.
Chronic pancreatitis can be caused by alcohol abuse and medication.
"Reactive pancreatitis", occurs against the background of diseases of other organs of the digestive system. The main symptoms of reactive pancreatitis include pain in the upper abdomen, nausea, vomiting, low blood pressure, and high temperature up to +37 +37.5 ° C.
The doctor says: “When an acute attack of pancreatitis occurs, a person must call an ambulance immediately. Before the doctors arrive, ice and a bottle of cold water can be placed on the solar plexus area, as well as taking any anti-spasmodic medication.”