Most herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV-2) reactivations in humans are subclinical and associated with rapid expansion and containment of virus. – Nature Latent (sleeping) HSV-2 can wake up and cause a genital herpes outbreak when the numbers of a certain Read More …
A study from The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology suggests that individuals with allergies may be prone to more severe and atypical herpes-related symptoms. (1) According to Johns Hopkins, “Allergies are disorders of the immune system. Most allergic reactions Read More …
“It is well established that the endocardium of the atrial septum is rich in autonomic nerve fibers and, thus, may serve as a portal for the entry of HSVs.” – Dr. Ioannis S. Pateras Herpes is usually associated with genital sores, Read More …
The herpes virus (HSV-1) in connection with the ApoE gene known as ApoE-4 is linked to Alzheimer’s disease. A study “links a form of the ApoE gene known as ApoE-4, which after advanced age is the leading known risk factor Read More …
“The findings support the following paradigm for HSV entry: HSV gC (HSV-1) or gB (HSV-2) bind to heparan sulfate moieties on syndecan proteoglycans, and this may facilitate the subsequent engagement of a gD coreceptor, typically nectin-1 on epithelial cells, which Read More …