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Herpes Virus and Essential OilsWith a reputation as 'incurable', 'painful', 'not-so-pretty', and varieties described as 'oral and labial' or 'genital', the disease can be a little challenging and embarrasing to say the least. Well, I've been through this. I've had the painful lesions, had to deal with the regular outbreaks of painful cold sores in my mouth and on my lips (I was blessed with the 'oral' variety). I've been through those great internal debates on how to break the news to a partner (thankfully always returning that look that says something like "Oh! I thought you were going to tell me my cat just died... that's no big deal"). Though it still seemed like a big deal. I have regularly had those few days of feeling like a flu was coming on, followed by a few days of outbreak - at what always seemed like the worst of times. On top of it, being an athlete, training really hard tended to cause outbreaks as well - weightlifting in particular. Maybe it was just really strenuous, or maybe I wasn't actually a 'weightlifter' - but that heavy lifting would almost always lead, once again, to an outbreak. I freqently wondered in the midst of these bouts with HSV, if this was something I'd have to deal with for the rest of my life. I tried doctor prescribed medicines, Lysine and other remedies, but none kept the virus at bay enough to really make a difference. I then stumbled upon some research being done using an oil commonly found in aromatherapy - Melissa essential oil, also known as Lemon Balm. The oil was being investigated in Europe for it's positive effects combating the Herpes virus. One German pharmaceutical company had even made a preparation utilizing the oils active components (though nowhere was it noted that the oil itself was any less effective). Perhaps the most heartening news was delivered by Dr. Dietrich Wabner, a German scientist who had worked with Melissa and herpes sufferers. The Doctor reported that a one time application of the essential oil lead to a complete remission of outbreaks in some individuals. WOW, a CURE! It seemed a bit expensive for what was apparently such a small amount of liquid, but really not so when compared to any other medicine... Especially if I had to take any other medicine for the rest of my life! A little further investigation gave me a better idea of a protocol about the essential oil. The oil may not lead to a complete remission in one application - though much success was found when the oil was applied directly to the affected area when an outbreak felt 'imminent.' Those of you dealing with this know what I mean. The application was to be done a few times a day, throughout the outbreak. And for the next several times an outbreak was surfacing. My outbreaks tended to occur on my tongue at that point. I would get the flu/fatigued feeling, then my tongue would swell a bit, and I'd get some cold sores on it. I still got lesions on my lower lip occasionally, but not as often, if I kept protected from the sun. So I started on the Melissa essential oil; just one drop in my mouth, a few times a day. It's a powerful oil, but I actually liked the taste, and the aroma was truly wonderful - very uniquely herbaceous and bright. It turns out I wasn't one of the few with a complete remission occuring with the first application - though I didn't really expect it. The essential oil did help, however - the outbreaks were shorter and less intense. Then, after perhaps 5-7 times, the outbreaks stopped all together! And life has certainly been no less stressful or physical - perhaps even the opposite! But I've had no more oncoming flu symptoms or sores on my lips or in my mouth - even after heavy sun exposure. I can't remember the last time I've had an outbreak now. For more sensitive skin (I do not have direct experience with the genital variety of the disease - however, the liturature does not make a distiction as the oil's efficacy), Melissa can be diluted in a carrier oil like Hazelnut or Rosehip Seed. The dilution can be down to 10% (or even much less say some practitioners) of the total concentration and still be just as effective. PLEASE NOTE: Taking any essential oil orally, and undiluted certainly, should be done with caution - pay attention to your own reaction and proceed accordingly. However, used in a carrier oil or directly, the protocol should be followed as closely as possible - apply just enough oil to cover the area, a few times a day, as soon as you feel an outbreak looming. Then continue use until the lesions have completely healed. Repeat this the next several times an outbreak is imminent. There are no guarantees, but others have also reportedly had complete remission of the outbreaks, using this method. For sufferer's of Shingles, another Herpes virus variety causing lesions of the skin, Ravensara (Ravensara aromatica, or 'True' Ravensara) oil has been used. Individuals have found relief using Ravensara in a 50-50 blend with Tamanu Nut oil. The Tamanu Nut sooths the skin during the healing process and keeps the Ravensara in contact with the sores. I have not heard of this offering a complete cure, but I have heard of this blend really helping relieve discomfort of this condition. If you decide to try these natural methods, when buying essential oils, buy from a trusted source - Melissa oil particularly has been adulterated due to it's high cost. The 'fake' mixture - a blend of Lemongrass and other essential oils oils - do not contain the same antiviral components. True Melissa is typically found in the range of $10 - $20 per milliliter, with organic varieties costing a little more. There are nearly twenty-five drops in one milliliter, and because only one drop is typically used for each application, a few milliliters (1/4 to 1/8th ounce) can go a long way. If you try this natural healing oil, or recommend it to those in need, I wish you the best of success! Resources for the following essential oils:
Melissa essential oil (Lemon Balm),
Ravensara essential oil, News About Herpes Treatment
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