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Infected individuals may never have symptoms. And if they do, they could be very mild signs that they do not even notice. On a lighter note genital herpes symptoms could easily be mistaken for a skin irritation or an insect bite.

Genital herpes is a Sexually Transmitted Disease caused by the herpes simplex viruses, Type 1 also called HSV-1 and Type 2 also known as HSV 2. Many people with genital herpes do not seek treatment because they are asymptomatic in other words, have mild symptoms and do not realize that anything is wrong

As a matter of fact, results of a national study show that in United States of America, 1 out of 5 adolescents and adults have a genital HSV infection. This causes a large proportion of global burden of ill-health because in the end only a small proportion of people may look for advice and avoid re-infection.

Better still, other individuals who have the genital herpes symptoms may prefer to treat themselves using home remedies. The identification of infected people combined with rapid treatment will reduce the complications of the disease and minimize further transmission.

After the virus is transmitted, most probably it will take 2 weeks for some people to realize while for others this will not be the case at all. HSV 1 can cause genital herpes but most commonly this type will cause Fever Blisters which in other words are mouth and lips blisters.

From the time a person notices signs of Genital herpes symptoms, they should avoid sexual exposure including oral and or anal. In addition the risk of transmission can be reduced by assisting in detection of infected partners.

Genital herpes symptoms can be anything from muscle pains, swollen glands, fever, vaginal discharge. For some people they experience backaches and headaches. Worse still this comes with sores or blisters which in turn can cause a lot of agony and discomfort.

Genital herpes symptoms which come in form of blisters and sores can be very painful sometimes. There are various ways to suppress this discomfort; Keep the affected area clean and dry, by wearing loose fitting clothes, by soaking yourself in warm water, better still use a blow dryer with low heat to dry the affected area as opposed to a towel. Women are highly advised against douching. This is to mention just a few of home remedies.

Let no one lie to you. Research has shown that there is no cure for genital herpes. All is not lost though because we have a treatment called Anti viral therapy which is in tablet form. Antiviral can be used in two ways Episodic treatment which is to shorten the time of each attack and Suppressive therapy-which is for delaying frequent or severe attacks.

Infected individuals may never have symptoms. And if they do, they could be very mild signs that they do not even notice. On a lighter note genital herpes symptoms could easily be mistaken for a skin irritation or an insect bite.

Genital herpes is a Sexually Transmitted Disease caused by the herpes simplex viruses, Type 1 also called HSV-1 and Type 2 also known as HSV 2. Many people with genital herpes do not seek treatment because they are asymptomatic in other words, have mild symptoms and do not realize that anything is wrong

If you are a sexually-active male, then you are probably on the lookout for products that can help boost your performance in bed. Male enhancement pills are perhaps the most popular among these sex-boosting products. Typically, male enhancement pills are available online and are shipped discreetly to your doorstep. Most male enhancement pills contain natural ingredients like aphrodisiac herbs, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and other non-pharmaceutical substances that can help support your healthy sexual function.

The main benefit provided by male enhancement pills is improved erection quality. This is why the major components of male enhancement pills are substances that help boost the flow of blood to your penis. Among these ingredients are Epimedium and L-arginine. More popularly known as Horny Goat Weed, the herb Epimedium contains the active compound icariin, which mimics the effects of prescription erectile dysfunction (ED) medication, albeit at a lesser degree. Epimedium helps naturally inhibit the enzyme that prevents you from having an erection.

L-arginine, on the other hand, another staple ingredient of most (2)male enhancement pills, is a precursor of nitric oxide, which is known as the erection compound. Nitric oxide is necessary to widen the blood vessels in your penis, allowing more blood to enter to chamber of spongy erectile tissues. Studies show that L-arginine can help improve cardiovascular health. As you may know, a healthy heart means better erections.

Early male enhancement pills used to contain Yohimbe bark extract, a potent natural vasodilator. Aside from helping increase blood flow, Yohimbe can help boost your potency, sex drive, and stamina. However, due to Yohimbes ability to raise blood pressure and heart rate, a number of countries outside the United States have prohibited its use. Nowadays, most male enhancement pills no longer use Yohimbe as part of their formulations.

Leaving penis enlargement pills aside, researchers say that the best way to improve the size and performance of the penis is to maintain a healthy diet and watch what is taken into the body. One of the worst things men can do is smoke. Smoking can actually shrink the penis and its effects on health in general are well documented. Excess intake of alcohol can also have a detrimental effect. Apart from impotence (brewers droop), alcohol can also cause a general weight increase. Weight can have a very real effect on the size of the penis as excess body fat can cause more of the penis to remain hidden “inside” the body. In very obese men, penis size is often reduced dramatically.

Maintaining a trim physique – and a fit penis – can be achieved through a sensible diet and dietary intake should also include the following supplements to ensure a healthy penis and reproductive system.

Zinc – Bananas are a good source of zinc and it can also be taken as a supplement. In young men, zinc aids genital growth and it also helps produce healthy sperm in all men. Ensure you follow the recommended dosage if taking a supplement.

Vitamin E – Needed to ensure a healthy blood circulatory system. Ensure you follow the recommended dosage if taking a supplement.

Saw Palmetto – Especially helpful for older men as it aids in keeping the prostate functioning properly. Ensure you follow the recommended dosage if taking a supplement.

The supplements above are the main ones recommended by doctors. A range of other supplements and preparations may also be of assistance in maintaining a healthy penis and reproductive system. Consult your doctor if you need assistance as to what your requirements may be.

It’s really not that big of a leap to assume that general “good health” practices adhered to by the average male will also help ensure a healthy sex life. In the case of male sexuality, the phrase “you are what you eat” is taking on a whole new meaning according to new studies which strongly tie heart health and the absence of obesity to the absence of impotence and other similar sexual dysfunctions in men.

In a newly released comprehensive study which followed over 22,000 men in the United States for 14 years, the findings confirmed what we all pretty much knew, that lifestyle choices are strongly linked to the risk of erectile dysfunction in men.

While common sense tells us that our lifestyle choices, such as exercise and diet habits, have strong influences on both our overall mental and physical health, there was never really a strong body of research to back this hypothesis up in the sexual health department. Well, now there is – at least for men.

Of the 22,000 men in the study, those men who were considered clinically obese when the study started, were found to be 90% more likely to develop some sort of erectile dysfunction than the slimmer, or normal range men. Not only that, but another lifestyle choice, smoking, was shown to increase a man’s risk of sexual dysfunction by 50% when compared to non smoking males.

Interestingly enough, researchers have noted that sexual dysfunction in men used to be thought of as primarily a psychological rather than physiological issue, but this new research confirms that many of the lifestyle choices that are correlated to physical health, and more importantly heart health, are also strongly linked to a healthy sex life for men.

If you think about this relationship, it does make sense though really, since both heart health and erectile health are linked to a healthy blood flow, which is influenced greatly by the lifestyle factors of obesity, smoking and exercise.

It seems like they thought of everything in this study, and just as well, since it is the largest group of test subjects to date on sexual health studies for men. Regular cardiovascular exercise was also shown to protect against erectile issues in the exercisers vs. the non-exercisers in this study.

The men who reported they took part in the most consistent and highest levels of exercise were roughly 30% less likely to develop erectile dysfunction over the study’s 14 years than their sedentary counterparts.

Hopefully these new findings will help to lead men to a healthier lifestyle, since it has produced convincing and clear evidence that a healthy lifestyle also leads to a healthy and active sex life, a major driving biological force in men.

Knowing that they have more than just their health at risk may dramatically raise health awareness and solidify the belief that a healthy lifestyle is essential to so many key factors of living a happy and fulfilling life.

According to a 2006 survey by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, at least 22% of high school students in American smoke cigarettes everyday. In fact, even if the study indicated that smoking had already declined over the last four years, the statistics still show that one in five Americans still smoke cigarettes. A 2005 study revealed that more than 20% of adults in the United States are smokers. While smoking rates among high school students have been on a decline since 1997, the rate of teenagers who smoke is equal to, and in some cases, higher than that of adults. The younger the individuals start smoking, the more likely that they will continue smoke as an adult. Given these figures, it is not surprising that smoking is the leading cause of premature deaths in the United States.

The question is still begging to be asked: Why do teens smoke? Is it because of the influence of media or because they get the habit from adults who smoke? Studies show that many teenagers smoke because they were simply curious about how it would taste or feel like. Others said that they thought that smoking was a good method to achieve weight-loss. Even if the warnings plastered on the cigarette box clearly says that, Smoking is dangerous to your health, this has not stopped teens from experimenting or taking up the habit of cigarette use.

Medical evidence suggest that cigarette smoking causes an increase in the body’s metabolic rate and may suppress appetite. But it is important to note that smoking tends to dull the taste buds, which, after all, may be the reason for the loss of appetite. This argument is somehow supported by cases of people who gained weight after they stopped smoking. Since their taste buds had already regained their functionality, the former smokers enjoyed their meals more and eventually gained some weigh.

Non-smokers may have found a way to kick the habit but for thousands if not millions of smokers around the world — doing away with the stick is still an on-going struggle. The addiction of smokers to the deadly chemical called nicotine makes it hard for them to stop smoking. Nicotine dependence occurs when the chemicals and other cigarette substances reach the brain and activates the pleasure cells, producing mood-altering effects that give smokers short-term pleasure.

The short-term pleasure of smoking somehow negates the clear message that long-term use of cigarettes could possibly lead to lung cancer, emphysema, and heart failure. Studies also show that smoking has adverse effects on male and female sexual health. A number of studies show that smoking is related to the difficulty getting and maintaining an erection. Many toxins present in cigarettes especially carbon monoxide, can damage the circulatory system, which hinders the flow of blood in the penis which is necessary for erection. In addition, smoking is one of the major causes of erectile dysfunction. A study published in the Journal of Urology in 2000 found out that 68% of men with high blood pressure aged 40-79 experienced erectile dysfunction. At least 45% of these cases were considered severe sexual ailments. High blood pressure in men may lead to low testosterone levels, which is a male hormone that plays a crucial role in the sexual arousal. Low testosterone levels lead to decreased arousal and sexual performance. Toxins found in cigarettes may also harm the testes. Smoking may affect the semen and the sperm, reducing their mobility and quality. Men who smoke tend to have lower sperm counts and malformed sperms than their non-smoking counterparts.