...Evaluation of Vaccinations for Genital Herpes Simplex Virus 2 Infection Herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) is the most common cause of genital ulcers. The seroprevelence of HSV-2 is increasing within the general population and seroprevelence of the virus correlates with increased sexual activity and age. Research by Cernik, Gallina, and Brodell (2008) states that STD’s causing genital ulcers affect nearly 22 percent of American adults, with nearly 20 million new cases annually worldwide. This DNA double-stranded virus, once contracted through direct contact with infected mucosa, invades the presacral ganglia and remains for life. HSV-2 is predominantly transmitted by sexual contact and has to be considered the major cause of genital herpes (Sauerbrei, 2016). There are many subsets of herpes virus. The two most known for causing ulcerations are HSV-1 and HSV-2. Herpes simplex virus type 1 can cause genital lesions, but is primarily affects the oral mucosa. Another difference between the viruses is the age of onset. Most HSV-1 outbreaks occur during childhood. Though a culture can be performed to differentiate the subtypes, serological testing that detect antibodies such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is the preferred method....
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...Herpes, An Essay The infectious disease called Herpes Simplex is caused by the transmittance of the HSV-1 virus via contact with a sufferer. Common names for the disease are: cold sores, fever blisters, oral/mouth herpes or Herpes Simplex labialis. In this essay I shall be looking at the symptoms, variant strands, diagnosis, treatment and the personal/social impact of the disease. Infection by the Herpes Simplex Virus type 1 (HSV-1) is symptomized by the growth of blisters, and usually open sores in later periods of outbreaks, on the infected area, whether on the mouth, eyes, genitalia or less common areas. Once an area is contaminated by the disease, usually through contact with the outbreak of a person suffering the disease, the infected individual will begin to feel a tingling sensation in the area within 1-2 weeks of infection. Eventually red spots will grow in the area and then develop into blisters within a week. These blisters will then burst into open sores which is the period in which the disease is most transmittable. The primary outbreak, of newly contracted HSV, is typically more severe than any of the following outbreaks. The two identified variants of the Herpes Simplex Virus, HSV-1 and HSV-2, share these symptoms but differ in associated areas of the lesion outbreaks, facial region and genital region respectively (though either variation can cause either disease) , and likeness of and periods between recurrences. It has been noted that in some cases of Genital...
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...Genital Herpes Virus In this world today there are many viruses that effects the human population. Herpes is one of these diseases. It is no less then a self-limited communicable disease. Yet its "victims" describe it as devastating, and society treats those with it like lepers. Until recently most people had never heard of herpes virus. Even doctors were familiar with the virus, yet in the past few years , it has become an epidemic. Why I chose to study this topic is more on how herpes affects a person emotionally. Why should a disease like this which rarely causes great physical problems, be such trouble to many people? It is not as devastating as tuberculosis. Its not a killer like cancer. And it is not as disabling as the flu. It isn't as bad a smoking is to your health, so why should so many people care about it. I think that the main reason is that herpes affects the persons personality. To many, there is nothing more important then that persons genitals. One's genitals gives one the ability to love and to be loved. Another reason is that this virus, unlike many in today's society, is incurable. With todays fast food restaurants, great health insurance, and one hour prescriptions, people have a hard time dealing with herpes being incurable. The incurability and recurrent nature of herpes makes it a control issue and no one likes to lose control. There is an unbuilding factor in this issue. There...
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...and children.” (Isaacs, 2011) Despite the current decrease in circumcisions the most common reasons for this procedure to be done on a child are due to religious traditions, that the child’s father is circumcised, and the health benefits. As a firm believer that there are health benefits to this procedure, this paper will go over some of the benefits of circumcising your male child as well as the risks involved in the procedure. One of the health benefits that a child obtains from being circumcised is the “protection against a horde of sexually transmitted infections.” (New Internationalist) Some of the sexual transmitted infections or diseases that are reduced in circumcised males are human papillomavirus or also known as HPV, genital herpes, and even human immunodeficiency virus or commonly known as HIV. Studies have shown that circumcision does not reduce the contraction of syphilis though. (Health.com) Other benefits that can be gained through circumcision are the reduced risk of developing penile cancer later in life, phimosis, and urinary tract infections. Although these are good reduced chances of contracting these infections or diseases, a...
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...Chickenpox Pamela Nauerth Grand Canyon University April 20, 2014 Chickenpox Varicella infection, commonly known as Chickenpox, is a member of the herpes virus group. Varicella has the capacity to stay latent in the human source. It stays in the sensory nerve ganglia and the recurrent infection is called Herpes Zoster or Shingles. This essay gives the description, causes, symptoms, mode of transmission and the treatment of varicella. It describes the mortality, morbidity, incidence and prevalence of the disease. It explains the determinants of health and how they contribute to the development of varicella. This essay discusses the epidemiologic triangle and how it relates to chickenpox. It explains the role of the community health nurse regarding their case findings, reporting, data collecting, data analysis and the follow-up related to chickenpox. It identifies on great national agency that addresses the virus and describes contributes to resolving and reducing the impact of the disease. Varicella was confused with smallpox until the late eighteenth century. Rudolf Steiner was scientist who discovered that varicella virus was caused by an infectious agent in 1875. Steiner removed fluid from the blisters of chickenpox and put it on the skin of volunteers that were healthy. It resulted in the volunteers to contract the virus (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2012). The symptoms of the virus develop about 15 days after being exposed to an...
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...Pornography is adultery Author Institution Date 1. What is the main argument of the essay? You should use a diagram here, with a brief explanation of the key assertions, and of the argument’s structure. The notion about watching pornography and having fantasies about other women leading to infidelity and divorce has been afloat for ages. The main argument of this essay is that pornography is adultery but comes with its equal share of benefits Pornography is sometimes considered as adultery because it brings a third party into the relationship, third party can be the porn-stars in the pornographic material. The effect of these is that it can lead to serious consequences in a relationship, which could be break ups or even a divorce (Awad, 2011). Though pornography does not involve one being physically present at the scene or taking part in the act, it can still lead to adultery in the end because the mind is thinking about it and the only thing stopping someone is the chance and the courage to do it. On the other hand, pornography is beneficial to a relationship. This is because it can also lead to the strengthening of a relationship. As long as one does not physically touch the other person and only uses the mind in fantasizing, there is nothing wrong with it. Adultery involves an encounter of two parties, flesh and blood, but in pornography, none of that is involved. In relationships, if the partners are extremely honest with each other...
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...What is an STD? An STD is an abbreviation for sexually transmitted diseases. What does this mean? STD's are diseases that are transmitted sexually and can attack reproductive organs, pubic hair and bends & folds in the skin. There are two in my mind that pose the greatest danger to teens: AIDS and Genital warts. Genital warts can ruin a person’s social life and so can AIDS but AIDS can also kill. Unfortunately, STD’s have become common among teens to an alarming rate. With two thirds of the STD infected population being under the age of 25, high school and college students must learn the dangers and effects of Sexually Transmitted Diseases. STD’s are terrible and no one should experience such discomfort. Re-arranged As I mentioned earlier, STD’s stands for sexually transmitted diseases. They are infectious diseases in which they spread from person to person through intimate (sexual) contact. As many already know, the most common and most famous is the Human Immunodeficiency Virus, better known as HIV; it cause s the Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS). The sole purpose of HIV is attacking the immune system and killing the natural protection against diseases, leaving the person vulnerable to any infection or diseases. What always intrigues me is how the HIV generated? Could it be a virus that we already have, and it activates in a certain way? One day, I will find an answer to these questions someday along with a cure. In Japan a school organizes two awareness...
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... Petruzelli (1991) states that Bell’s palsy is an acute paralysis of the facial nerve first described by the Scottish surgeon and anatomist, Sir Charles Bell . Niparko (1993) elaborates that it is a generally unilateral paralysis or weakness of facial musculature consistent with facial nerve damage and dysfunction. The anatomy of the facial nerve can be found in appendix two. Pietersen (2002) states that the cause is unknown, however, whilst the exact aetiology of Bell’s palsy is still debated, viral infections, vascular ischaemia, autoimmune inflammatory disorders and heredity have been postulated as causative. (Adour 1982, Burgess 1984, Lorber 1996). Murakami et al (1996) proposed that reactivation of herpes simplex virus in the geniculate ganglia was causative. A herpes simplex cause is corroborated by Stjernquist-Desatnik, Skoog, and Aurelius (2006). Whilst the exact aetiology is disputed, a greater consensus is reached when considering the pathophysiology. Tiemstra and Khatkhate (2007) state that Bell’s palsy is thought to be caused by inflammation at the geniculate ganglion. This appears corroborated by Fisch and Esslen (1972) who noted oedematous swelling proximal to the...
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...Teen Sex As a parent of a teenager, I find some of the information on teen sex frightening. It is a subject I read, talk, and learn as much about as I can. The information I gather will help me filter fact from fiction. I want that knowledge to help my teenager thrive in this difficult time. In reading about this problem, I have learned that there are many sources of information. This information helps understand the scope of the problem, the consequences on youth, and the effects on families, schools and the community. It also explains the relationship between sex and other at risk behaviors and, thankfully, ideas on ways to prevent it or at least intervene if it has already happened. When I read the 2005 Wisconsin Youth Risk Behavior Survey Executive Summary and found that 40 percent of teens surveyed have already had sex, I was astonished (Wisconsin). The survey is a questionnaire that 2,389 students in 52 public high schools completed anonymously. Although the statistics are frightening, the reality is that many more teens are experimenting with sex. One way they are experimenting is with oral sex. In fact, oral sex is more common than intercourse. “Oral sex is often viewed so casually that it needn’t even occur within the confines of a relationship…it can happen at parties, possibly with multiple partners” (“Teens” 1). Donna Jolley, a psychotherapist who treats families, agrees that oral sex among teens is on the...
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...Marijuana should be legalized within the United States Marijuana should be legalized within the United States Persuasive Essay Final Paper Andrea Dawkins Com/172 Elements of University Composition and Communication University of Phoenix Ms. Julia Pineda Reeves, M.Ed., NBCT 3/6/2011 Persuasive Essay Final Paper Andrea Dawkins Com/172 Elements of University Composition and Communication University of Phoenix Ms. Julia Pineda Reeves, M.Ed., NBCT 3/6/2011 Andrea Dawkins Persuasive Essay explain the benefits and effects of legalizing Marijuana Andrea Dawkins Persuasive Essay explain the benefits and effects of legalizing Marijuana Americans now-a-days have many ways of pleasuring, entertaining, as well as curing themselves. Some of which include smoking marijuana. Legally smoking marijuana is prohibited in most of the fifty states, but marijuana was legal within the United States brought benefits such as providing revenue, which could help with National Debt or community reconstruction, providing jobs such as farmers, distribution workers, as well as quality assurance workers. An organized marijuana trading business would be as beneficial as it would be safe. The government would be able to both tax and monitor the consumption of weed. Marijuana would be the safest among drugs to legalize because it is not as harmful as other drugs such as alcohol and Tobacco, which are both legal, yet have a higher rate of death then marijuana. With all of these positive...
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...Informative Essay jasmine smith ENGLISH 115 November 16, 2011 Professor Brown Teenage Sex Sexually active teenagers, in America, are a big problem we must look at. A question that comes to minds of teenagers everywhere is when to have sex. Our Catholic teachings, instruct us to wait until we are in love or married to have sex. Not only is the church preaching abstinence, but now public schools are also teaching students on the advantages of abstinence. Premarital sex is a growing, and important issue. Premarital sex is usually the cause of sexually transmitted diseases, teen pregnancy, and deep, emotions of regret. STDS FLORISH Sexually transmitted diseases flourish in a society of premarital sex, where teens have many sex partners. A result of this is STD's becoming more abundant among the population. One reason for the plague of STD's is the misuse of contraceptives by teens. Many teens believe that condoms, or the pill prohibit the spread of herpes, AIDS, or other diseases, but they do not stop the spread, and no where do the products state that they do stop the spread of STDs. Three million new cases of sexually transmitted diseases among teens are reported each year. Many teens that believe nothing is wrong in committing premarital sex have intercourse with many different teens through the ages of 15 and 19, and increase the chance of spreading sexually transmitted diseases each time. With sexual intercourse becoming more popular to high school students, and its...
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...Epidemiology of Chickenpox Karissa N. Martinez Grand Canyon University: NRS-427V 05/16/2014 Epidemiology of Chickenpox This essay was written to explain the epidemiology of chickenpox and allow the reader to develop a better understanding of the disease. The author intended for the reader to become informed about the causes, symptoms, mode of transmission, complications, treatment and mortality and morbidity rates. Also, the reader will become familiar with the determinants of health and contributing factors to develop varicella, the relation of the epidemiologic triangle, the role of the community health nurse, as well as identify a national organization that reduces the impact of the disease on the community. Chickenpox also known as varicella is a highly infectious disease caused by the varicella zoster virus. Varicella zoster can cause two illnesses, the first is chickenpox and the second illness is herpes zoster also known as shingles. Transmission of this highly infectious disease is spread through droplet exposure and contact with fluid from blister like vesicles. Examples of exposure through droplets are sneezing, coughing and oral secretions inhaled causing infection to the new host. Chickenpox is easily spread two to three days before the rash appears and is contagious until all the vesicles are scabbed over (WebMD, 2013). Symptoms tend to develop fourteen to sixteen days after exposure; around day ten after the first symptom is when the blisters crust...
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...Jason Rusli Esl 26 26 July 2012 Essay 1 Final Draft Sex Education for a Better Future Pregnancy among school-age youth may reduce completed levels of education, employment opportunities and marital stability, and increase welfare dependency (Illinois Department of Public Health). This staggering sentence has pointed out the important needs of sex education in schools to ameliorate the nation’s economics. Two approaches to sex education currently prevail: abstinence-only approach – inculcating teenagers with the notion that premarital intercourse is astray – and comprehensive approach, which focuses on the dissemination of information on safe sex practices, while simultaneously promoting abstinence as the ultimate solution in diminishing the issues of unwanted pregnancy and the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). In spite of seemingly endless debates as to which approach is more effective, it would be reckless to simply laud one approach and criticize another, for the two approaches are not mutually exclusive. Moreover, neither approach is effective on its own. Only by incorporating the merits of both approaches, coupled with family support / parental involvement, can the issue at hand be effectively handled. In an essay titled “Sex Education in Schools,” the author, Amber Dahlke, staunchly believes that sex education should be taught in comprehensive style. However, I remain ambivalent towards the comprehensive approach. Although I recognize the value in imparting...
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...and that they are safe from it. Luckily for most of us that is the case; but for some, living with terror is part of their daily lives. For these unlucky folks, life at home, in the neighborhood, and even at school can be a nightmare. This will help you connect with the reader, who needs to find some common ground in order to be interested in what you have to say. Mentioning current topics, popular or unpopular attitudes, or making a general statement about the topic are all good ways to start your essay. 2. Start with a contrasting thought, then lead the reader towards your point. For example: Before kids are born, parents usually think their children will bring only happiness to the household. Little do they know... There will be confusion, insecurity, exhaustion, and oh, yes, trouble with all of the relatives fighting over the baby. 3. Start by telling your reader why the topic is important, then make your point. For example: Sexually transmitted diseases such as Herpes, Gonorrhea, C.M.V, Aids, and others have always created a host of serious problems. The ramifications are deep. These diseases...
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...Premarital sex issexual intercourseengaged in by persons who areunmarried. It is generally used in reference to individuals who are presumednot yet of marriageable ageor between adults who will presumably marryeventually, but who are engaging insexual activityprior to marriage.Sex ispleasurable, but in God's view, the primary purpose of sex is not recreation,but rather re-creation. In other words, sex is for reproduction. God does notlimit sex to married couples to rob pleasure from those who are unmarried.Rather, God commands against premarital sex in order to protect unmarriedpeople from unwanted pregnancies, from children born to parents who donot want them, and to protect children from parents who are not preparedfor them. Imagine, for a moment, a world without premarital sex. Therewould be no sexually-transmitted diseases, there would be no un-wedmothers, there would be no unwanted pregnancies, there would be noabortions, etc. According to the Bible, abstinence is God's only policy when itcomes to premarital sex. Abstinence saves lives, protects babies, givessexual relations the proper value, and most importantly abstinence honorsGod. Thus, as defined in the dictionary, an urge or shall we say, thoughts of manifesting them, is sex. (The Bible calls this lust) To have physicalintercourse is sex. Whether it is two unmarried partners or one married andone not - it is sex. Participating "up to a point" of actual physical intercourse,such as having oral sex, is sex. Societal...
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