What Trips the Herpes Trigger

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[x]   Transcript: Herpes is one of the most common STDs out there, and once youve got it, youve got it for life. Yet outbreaks occur only occasionally, so what causes them? Once genital herpes is contracted it lives in the body foreveroften lying dormantbut it can become activated by certain triggers. While everyones triggers vary, there are some common experiences that make herpes flare-up in many people. For example, some find that the friction of sex irritates the genital skin and brings on symptoms. Using a water-based lubricant can help reduce this irritation, but DONT use one that contains the spermacide nonoxynol-9. This ingredient can irritate mucous membranes, such as the lining of the vagina, making symptoms worse. In addition, some people find that hormonal changes, such as those that occur during the menstrual cycle, can trigger outbreaks. And one of the most universal causes of herpes flare-ups is a weakened immune system, like in people suffering from colds. Regardless of your personal triggers, herpes outbreaks can usually be tempered with medication and lifestyle changes, so talk to your doctor about your options!

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Dr. Yvonne Fulbright received her Master's in Human Sexuality Education from the University of Pennsylvania, and her Ph.D. in International Community Health Education, focusing on sexual health and parent-child sex communication, at New York University. She is currently the sex columnist and sex expert for foxnews.com, making frequent appearances on the "Dr. Manny Show" and her own "Sexpert Q&A" Video Blog. Dr. Yvonne is also the author of several books.A Certified Sex Educator through the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT), Dr. Yvonne is the book and media review editor for Contemporary Sexuality. With a decade of teaching experience behind her, Yvonne is a professor of human sexuality for Master's of Counseling students at Argosy University. She is currently pursuing a post-doctoral fellowship in sexual and reproductive health at the University of Iceland.

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