Re: side effects / symptoms

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[ Home ] [ Follow Ups ] [ Post Followups ] [ FAQ ] [ Back to Messages ] Message Posted by FD on December 01, 2000 at 02:55:51: In Reply to: Re: side effects / symptoms posted by Mikester on November 29, 2000 at 17:10:46: : : Hi Mikester. I thought I'd take a stab at answering your questions. :) : : In all the reading I've done on herpes since I contracted it, one of the first things it says about symptoms is that the virus can present itself before an outbreak with symptoms like a mild cold or flu. That would explain the cold like feelings you've been having. Sometimes even without an active breakout, you may still be having such a mild outbreak that there are no pains or blisters (an 'asymptomatic outbreak' in medical lingo), and the cold-like feeling may be all you have. : : In much of the reading and when I've asked my gyn, the other main thing that is said about herpes (and I'm going to quote it so I don't screw it up) "A herpes virus that is dormant (or latent) resides in the infected tissue around the lips (either genital or oral) or in the spinal nerves." Since it resides when dormant in your nerves, that might explain why you have bouts of fatigue, and the soreness/tightness in your neck. I know when I am fighting the virus prior to an outbreak (I don't take prescription meds to prevent outbreaks, but I do take a ton of herbal remedies), I feel tired and worn out, my body aches, and my muscles feel tense. I attribute it to virus in the nerves. Your mileage may vary. : : As for mood swings, well...nothing I've read indicates that an impending outbreak can affect your moods. But, in my case, I know when I feel one coming on, sometimes I LET it affect my mood without even thinking about it. I get tired of feeling sick, of being uncomfortable, of having to tend to the sores if I get them...so when I start feeling the ache in my spine and down my legs of an oncoming outbreak, sometimes I get really pissed off and grumpy and, well...moody. Even now after having had outbreaks for a while, I occasionally still have that "why me" issue and get crabby. Not that that is what is going on with you, just my opinion based on what I go through on occasion when I'm about to get hit with a new outbreak. : : Ok, enough babbling. :) : Thanks so much for the replies - it really meant alot to me to hear that others are feeling the same or at least a similar way. I get the feeling that I am suffering asymptomatic outbreaks rather frequently, since the aches in my neck are almost daily, tho the cold-like symptoms are thankfully rare. One further small question - does the frequency of asymptomatic outbreaks mean that I am taking care of myself appropriately (because they are not resulting in a full outbreak) or taking care of myself enough (because it happens so often)? Once again, thanks! Sorry for the delay in response. :) I would say that it is probably a combination of the two...you are taking care of yourself well enough that your body can sucessfully fight off the virus before it becomes a full blown outbreak, but not quite enough that you can't fight off the fatigue and neck aches. The problem is, at least in my case, even if I'm eating right and feeling good, if I slack off I start feeling symptoms or aches and pains. By the time I'm feeling the pain I know what to do to prevent an outbreak, but it's too late to avoid the achey thing. Have you thought about speaking to your doctor or an herbalist about finding something to improve your overall health (something that eating right and exercise sometimes just can't accomplish)? It may just be that your body needs a little help, like a vitamin supplement series or possibly more herpes protection (in the form of a pill from your doc). It might be worth checking into, just so you can find some relief. Good luck. (email me if you have questions...I suddenly realized how tired I was because my answer isn't all that coherent!) Follow Ups Post a Followup If you post a followup: Please review our message board guidelines. Please keep messages on topic. Advertising messages are not permitted on this board. Please report any violations to webmaster@healthboards.com Name: E-Mail (optional): please note: your e-mail address will be visible for others to see. Subject: Message: (add your reply here) : : : Hi Mikester. I thought I'd take a stab at answering your questions. :) : : : In all the reading I've done on herpes since I contracted it, one of the first things it says about symptoms is that the virus can present itself before an outbreak with symptoms like a mild cold or flu. That would explain the cold like feelings you've been having. Sometimes even without an active breakout, you may still be having such a mild outbreak that there are no pains or blisters (an 'asymptomatic outbreak' in medical lingo), and the cold-like feeling may be all you have. : : : In much of the reading and when I've asked my gyn, the other main thing that is said about herpes (and I'm going to quote it so I don't screw it up) "A herpes virus that is dormant (or latent) resides in the infected tissue around the lips (either genital or oral) or in the spinal nerves." Since it resides when dormant in your nerves, that might explain why you have bouts of fatigue, and the soreness/tightness in your neck. I know when I am fighting the virus prior to an outbreak (I don't take prescription meds to prevent outbreaks, but I do take a ton of herbal remedies), I feel tired and worn out, my body aches, and my muscles feel tense. I attribute it to virus in the nerves. Your mileage may vary. : : : As for mood swings, well...nothing I've read indicates that an impending outbreak can affect your moods. But, in my case, I know when I feel one coming on, sometimes I LET it affect my mood without even thinking about it. I get tired of feeling sick, of being uncomfortable, of having to tend to the sores if I get them...so when I start feeling the ache in my spine and down my legs of an oncoming outbreak, sometimes I get really pissed off and grumpy and, well...moody. Even now after having had outbreaks for a while, I occasionally still have that "why me" issue and get crabby. Not that that is what is going on with you, just my opinion based on what I go through on occasion when I'm about to get hit with a new outbreak. : : : Ok, enough babbling. :) : : Thanks so much for the replies - it really meant alot to me to hear that others are feeling the same or at least a similar way. I get the feeling that I am suffering asymptomatic outbreaks rather frequently, since the aches in my neck are almost daily, tho the cold-like symptoms are thankfully rare. One further small question - does the frequency of asymptomatic outbreaks mean that I am taking care of myself appropriately (because they are not resulting in a full outbreak) or taking care of myself enough (because it happens so often)? Once again, thanks! : Sorry for the delay in response. :) : I would say that it is probably a combination of the two...you are taking care of yourself well enough that your body can sucessfully fight off the virus before it becomes a full blown outbreak, but not quite enough that you can't fight off the fatigue and neck aches. The problem is, at least in my case, even if I'm eating right and feeling good, if I slack off I start feeling symptoms or aches and pains. By the time I'm feeling the pain I know what to do to prevent an outbreak, but it's too late to avoid the achey thing. : Have you thought about speaking to your doctor or an herbalist about finding something to improve your overall health (something that eating right and exercise sometimes just can't accomplish)? It may just be that your body needs a little help, like a vitamin supplement series or possibly more herpes protection (in the form of a pill from your doc). It might be worth checking into, just so you can find some relief. : Good luck. (email me if you have questions...I suddenly realized how tired I was because my answer isn't all that coherent!) Optional Link URL: Link Title: Optional Image URL: Note: The moderator has the right to delete any message deemed inappropiate for this board. Repeat violators of healthboards policy will be permanently barred from the boards. Reminder - No ad messages permitted!

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