Herpes and Shingles (Varicella) Herbal Treatments

105 minutes 

Oral and genital herpes infections, and shingles outbreaks are all common conditions in modern practice. The infectious organisms, although not identical, are all in the category of herpesviruses. In-vitro research demonstrates a wide variety of botanical substances can inhibit or kill these viruses, including drug-resistant forms. Such information is relevant to topical applications where the plant material can come into contact with the tissues. In traditional medical herbalism these conditions are treated with a combination of topical and internal applications of herbs, and with dietary manipulation. We will review the science of herbs which suppress these infections and offer practical clinical applications for their treatment.

Materials

• The audio lecture

• Lecture slides

• Supplemental readings

This lecture is offered as Continuing Education by the NAIMH but has not been pre-approved for CE credits by any professional board.

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