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Genital Herpes Infection Causes a Feeling of Shame and Isolation; CBCD Analyzes the Stigma of Genital Herpes

Rochester, NY (PRWEB) August 21, 2014

“Infected with the genital herpes virus (HSV-2)? The CBCD recommends taking Novirin or Gene-Eden-VIR.” – Greg Bennett, CBCD

Genital herpes infection, usually caused by the HSV-2 virus, has a social stigma attached to it. “HIV/AIDS is stigmatized, but few laugh at people who have it because it’s a serious illness. HPV can lead to cancer, on occasion, and women get tested regularly for it, making it no joke to most. Chlamydia, syphilis, crabs, scabies, and gonorrhea are sometimes the target of jokes, but these STDS are typically curable, so people won’t have to endure the annoyance for too long. Genital herpes, though, isn’t curable, is thought of as a disease only the promiscuous and cheating-types get, and is a popular joke topic.” (1)

In fact, Eric Sabo wrote in the New York Times that HSV-2 is the “largest epidemic no one wants to talk about.” (See the New York Times, from May 26, 2010) (2)

For some, the physical symptoms lead to extreme mental anguish. “Insecurity, discouragement, rejection, tears, anger, counseling, suicidal tendencies, humiliation, shame, and isolation is caused by the stigma of a skin condition (genital herpes) that usually doesn’t show up most or even all of the year and can be contracted after having protected sex one time.” (1) The CBCD therefore recommends that infected individuals take Novirin or Gene-Eden-VIR, two natural antivirals, that were shown in two separate post-marketing clinical studies to reduce HSV-2 symptoms.

Click to learn more about genital herpes symptoms.

The formula of Novirin and Gene-Eden-VIR was tested by Hanan Polansky and Edan Itzkovitz from the CBCD in two clinical studies that followed FDA guidelines. The studies showed that the Novirin and Gene-Eden-VIR formula is effective against the herpes simplex virus, and other viruses. The clinical studies were published in the peer reviewed, medical journal Pharmacology & Pharmacy, the first, in a special edition on Advances in Antiviral Drugs. Study authors wrote that, “individuals infected with the HSV … reported a safe decrease in their symptoms following treatment with Gene-Eden-VIR.” (3) The study authors also wrote that, “we observed a statistically significant decrease in the severity, duration, and frequency of symptoms.” (3)

Both products can be ordered online on the Novirin and Gene-Eden-VIR websites.

Novirin and Gene-Eden-VIR are natural antiviral dietary supplements. Their formula contains five natural ingredients: Selenium, Camellia Sinesis Extract, Quercetin, Cinnamomum Extract, and Licorice Extract. The first ingredient is a trace element, and the other four are plant extracts. Each ingredient and its dose was chosen through a scientific approach. Scientists at polyDNA, the company that invented and patented the formula, scanned thousands of scientific and medical papers published in various medical and scientific journals, and identified the safest and most effective natural ingredients against latent viruses. To date, Novirin and Gene-Eden-VIR are the only natural antiviral products on the market with published clinical studies that support their claims.

Dr. Anna Wald said that “Herpes has a stigma attached to it that even HIV doesn’t have anymore. It’s very rare to get people to talk about it as openly.” (2) Dr. Wald is a virologist at the University of Washington.

A study by Dr. Wald found that being open about a genital herpes diagnosis helps remove some mental fears, at least for a time. “Out of 200 people with herpes, those who revealed their diagnosis were able to keep partners free of the disease for about nine months on average, compared to the two months it took when left secret. Couples who share this information often agree to use condoms, hold off on sex during flare-ups, and avoid skin-to-skin contact around the genital region, which all reduce the risk of transmitting herpes. Some may take prescription drugs that, in addition to relieving symptoms, block some of the viral shedding that causes infections.” (2)

Are prescription drugs the only treatment for a genital herpes infection?

“Drugs approved for the treatment of HSV-2 infections include penciclovir, acyclovir, famciclovir, and valaciclovir. However, their effectiveness is limited. For instance, a meta-analysis of five placebo-controlled and two dose comparison studies evaluated the effect of aciclovir, famciclovir or valaciclovir on symptoms. The meta-analysis showed that oral antiviral therapy decreases the duration and the associated pain of an outbreak by merely one day.” (3) There are also natural remedies that target the latent HSV. Two of these clinically backed remedies are Novirin and Gene-Eden-VIR.

“Infection with HSV-2 is the source of physical herpes outbreaks. Physical symptoms lead to mental anguish, shame and isolation. The CBCD therefore recommends that infected individuals take Novirin or Gene-Eden-VIR to reduce HSV-2 symptoms.” – Greg Bennett, CBCD

Click to learn more about Novirin and Genital Herpes, and Gene-Eden-VIR and Genital Herpes.

References:

(1) Fortenbury, J. The Overblown Stigma of Genital Herpes. Published July 28, 2014.

http://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2014/07/the-overblown-stigma-of-genital-herpes/374757/2/

(2) Sabo, E. Overcoming the Stigma of Herpes. Published May 26, 2010.

http://www.nytimes.com/ref/health/healthguide/esn-herpes-ess.html

(3) Polansky H, Itzkovitz E. Gene-Eden-VIR Is Antiviral: Results of a Post Marketing Clinical Study. Pharmacology & Pharmacy, 2013, 4, 1-8 http://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?PaperID=36101

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CBCD Congratulates Starpharma (SPHRY) on the Development of Its Virus Killing Condom

Rochester, NY (PRWEB) August 18, 2014

“Infected with the genital herpes virus (HSV-2)? The CBCD recommends taking Novirin or Gene-Eden-VIR.” – Greg Bennett, CBCD

The Center for the Biology of Chronic Disease (CBCD) congratulates Starpharma, an Australian biomedical company, on the development of “a condom coated with a special gel that has been able to deactivate as much as 99.9 percent of viruses in laboratory testing.” (1) The antiviral gel is called VivaGel and is designed to deactivate or destroy HIV, the herpes virus and the human papillomavirus (HPV), and will be marketed in Australia under the brand name LifeStyles Dual Protect. (1) So far, the condoms are only approved by the Australian health authorities. The CBCD looks forward to seeing a reduction in HPV, HSV, and HIV diagnoses in the Australian public, and to the introduction of these condoms to the American market. However, the CBCD reminds the public that approval of these condoms for American markets by the FDA may take time. Until then, the CBCD recommends two natural, safe and effective, HSV-2 remedies that are backed by clinical studies.

Click to learn more about genital herpes symptoms.

The Center for the Biology of Chronic Disease (CBCD) recommends that people infected with the genital herpes virus (HSV-2) take Novirin or Gene-Eden-VIR. The formula of these natural antiviral products was tested by Hanan Polansky and Edan Itzkovitz from the CBCD in two clinical studies that followed FDA guidelines. The studies showed that the Novirin and Gene-Eden-VIR formula is effective against the herpes simplex virus, and other viruses. The clinical studies were published in the peer reviewed, medical journal Pharmacology & Pharmacy, the first, in a special edition on Advances in Antiviral Drugs. Study authors wrote that, “individuals infected with the HSV … reported a safe decrease in their symptoms following treatment with Gene-Eden-VIR.” (2) The study authors also wrote that, “we observed a statistically significant decrease in the severity, duration, and frequency of symptoms.” (2)

Both products can be ordered online on the Novirin and Gene-Eden-VIR websites.

Novirin and Gene-Eden-VIR are natural antiviral dietary supplements. Their formula contains five natural ingredients: Selenium, Camellia Sinesis Extract, Quercetin, Cinnamomum Extract, and Licorice Extract. The first ingredient is a trace element, and the other four are plant extracts. Each ingredient and its dose was chosen through a scientific approach. Scientists at polyDNA, the company that invented and patented the formula, scanned thousands of scientific and medical papers published in various medical and scientific journals, and identified the safest and most effective natural ingredients against latent viruses. To date, Novirin and Gene-Eden-VIR are the only natural antiviral products on the market with published clinical studies that support their claims.

Even though the new condoms from Starpharma are coated with an antiviral gel, the CBCD reminds the public that genital herpes can be transmitted even when using condoms. As the CDC notes on its website, while condom use can reduce the risk of herpes transmission, “outbreaks can occur in areas that are not covered by a condom.” (See the CDC, last updated February 13, 2013) (3)

What current treatments are available for herpes infections?

“Two types of antiviral treatments against HSV are available: topical and oral. The treatments include penciclovir, acyclovir, famciclovir, and valaciclovir. However, their effectiveness is limited. For instance, a meta-analysis of five placebo-controlled and two dose comparison studies evaluated the effect of aciclovir, famciclovir or valaciclovir on symptoms. The meta-analysis showed that oral antiviral therapy decreases the duration and the associated pain of an outbreak by merely one day.” (2). There are also natural antiviral products that studies show to be safe and effective in reducing herpes symptoms. Two of these products are Novirin and Gene-Eden-VIR.

“There are currently no FDA approved antiviral coated condoms against the genital herpes virus. Research shows that most drugs against HSV-2 only reduce outbreaks by one day. Thus, we recommend that infected individuals take Novirin or Gene-Eden-VIR, which are designed to help the immune system target the latent HSV-2.” – Greg Bennett, CBCD

Interested individuals can view the two published studies on the Novirin and Gene-Eden-VIR formula here: http://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?PaperID=36101#.U-x7BeOSz90 and http://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?PaperID=44234.

To learn more about Novirin, visit http://www.novirin.com and about Gene-Eden-VIR, visit http://www.gene-eden-vir.com.

References:

(1) NYDailynews.com – Condoms armored with virus-killing lubricant will soon be available. Published July 24, 2014.

nydailynews.com/life-style/health/condoms-virus-killing-lube-article-1.1878467

(2) Polansky, H. Itzkovitz, E. Gene-Eden-VIR Is Antiviral: Results of a Post Marketing Clinical Study. Published in September 2013. http://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?PaperID=36101#.U-x7BeOSz90

(3) CDC.com – Genital Herpes – CDC Fact Sheet. Last updated on February 13, 2013.

cdc.gov/std/herpes/stdfact-herpes-detailed.htm

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Study: Pain Medications are Mostly Ineffective against Shingles; CBCD Highlights Two Natural Remedies against the Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV)

Rochester, NY (PRWEB) August 11, 2014

“Infected with the Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV)? The CBCD recommends taking Novirin or Gene-Eden-VIR.” – Greg Bennett, CBCD

Patients who develop shingles experience neuropathic pain. Dr. Casale and colleagues defined this pain as “arising as a direct consequence of a lesion or a disease affecting the somatosensory system.” (1) Dr. Casale is from the Department of Clinical Neurophysiology and Pain Rehabilitation Unit, Foundation Salvatore Maugeri, in Pavia, Italy. This pain can considerably affect quality of life for patients. (1) Neuropathic pain is also called post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN), and it is the most common symptom of herpes zoster (shingles). (See Patient.co.uk, last checked February 5, 2013) (2) Despite the fact that up to 5% of the population develops PHN, “treatment of neuropathic pain continues to be challenging due to the inadequate effectiveness of systemic therapies and their frequent central side effects.” (1) In other words, pain medications that work on the whole body, are largely ineffective against PHN. The CBCD believes this is why people need a remedy that targets the latent Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) that causes Shingles.

“Herpes zoster (HZ), commonly called shingles, is a distinctive syndrome caused by reactivation of varicella zoster virus (VZV). This reactivation happens whenever immunity to VZV declines as a result of aging or immunosuppression (a damaged immune system). Herpes zoster will happen at any age yet commonly affects the elderly population. Postherpetic neuralgia (PHN), defined as pain persisting over 3 months.” (See Mayo Clinic Proceedings, from March 2009) (3) The CBCD points out that when the immune system is damaged, a latent virus, such as VZV, can increase in number, causing shingles and post-herpetic neuralgia.

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The CDC notes that “Nearly 1 out of every 3 people in the United States will develop shingles in their lifetime. Anyone who has had chickenpox or received chickenpox vaccine in the past may develop shingles.” (See CDC, last updated May 1, 2014) (4)

The CBCD recommends that people who have had chickenpox in the past take Novirin or Gene-Eden-VIR. The formula of these natural antiviral products was tested by Hanan Polansky and Edan Itzkovitz from the CBCD in two clinical studies that followed FDA guidelines. The studies showed that the Gene-Eden-VIR and Novirin formula is effective against herpes viruses (like VZV), and other viruses. The clinical studies were published in the peer reviewed, medical journal Pharmacology & Pharmacy, the first, in a special edition on Advances in Antiviral Drugs. Study authors wrote that, “individuals infected with a (latent virus) … reported a safe decrease in their symptoms following treatment with Gene-Eden-VIR.” (5) The study authors also wrote that, “we observed a statistically significant decrease in the severity, duration, and frequency of symptoms.” (5)

Both products can be ordered online on the Novirin and Gene-Eden-VIR websites.

Novirin and Gene-Eden-VIR are natural antiviral dietary supplements. Their formula contains five natural ingredients: Selenium, Camellia Sinesis Extract, Quercetin, Cinnamomum Extract, and Licorice Extract. The first ingredient is a trace element, and the other four are plant extracts. Each ingredient and its dose was chosen through a scientific approach. Scientists at polyDNA, the company that invented and patented the formula, scanned thousands of scientific and medical papers published in various medical and scientific journals, and identified the safest and most effective natural ingredients against latent viruses. To date, Novirin and Gene-Eden-VIR are the only natural antiviral products on the market with published clinical studies that support their claims.

How long does Shingles pain last?

“In most cases, the rash and pain (of Shingles) lasts two to four weeks, but up to one person in five develops postherpetic neuralgia. The pain can be intense and has been described as a burning or stabbing sensation, in some cases feeling like an electric shock. Many people with postherpetic neuralgia make a full recovery within a year, but in some cases the nerves do not heal completely and symptoms last for several years or permanently.” (See Neurology, from July, 2014) (6) Moreover, while most people respond to medications, including tricyclic antidepressants, anti-epileptic drugs or opioids to reduce the pain, 40 to 50 per cent only partially respond. (6) This is why people need a remedy that targets the latent virus that causes Shingles.

“The CBCD recommends that people infected with a latent virus like VZV take Novirin or Gene-Eden-VIR. The formula of these all-natural antivirals was designed to help the immune system target the latent virus.” – Greg Bennett, CBCD

Click to learn more about Novirin: http://www.novirin.com. Click to learn more about Gene-Eden-VIR: http://www.gene-eden-vir.com.

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References:

(1) Casale R1, Di Matteo M2, Minella CE3, Fanelli G4, Allegri M5 Reduction of painful area as new possible therapeutic target in post-herpetic neuropathic pain treated with 5% lidocaine medicated plaster: a case series. J Pain Res. 2014 Jun 23;7:353-7

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25018649

(2) Patient.co.uk – Postherpetic Neuralgia. Last checked on February 5, 2013.

http://www.patient.co.uk/doctor/postherpetic-neuralgia-pro

(3) Priya Sampathkumar, MD, Lisa A. Drage, MD, and David P. Martin, MD, PhD Herpes Zoster (Shingles) and Postherpetic Neuralgia. Mayo Clinic Proceedings. March 2009.

ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2664599/

(4) CDC – Shingles (Herpes Zoster). Last updated May 1, 2014.

cdc.gov/shingles/about/symptoms.html

(5) Polansky H, Itzkovitz E. Gene-Eden-VIR Is Antiviral: Results of a Post Marketing Clinical Study. Pharmacology & Pharmacy, 2013, 4, 1-8

http://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?PaperID=36101#.U-c7EeOSz90

(6) Breuer J1, Pacou M2, Gautier A2, Brown MM2. Herpes zoster as a risk factor for stroke and TIA: A retrospective cohort study in the UK. Neurology. 2014 Jul 8;83(2):e27-33.

ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25002574

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