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Herpes, caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV), can affect both the mouth (oral herpes) and genital area (genital herpes). Though herpes is a common condition, many people are unaware of its impact on overall health, as well as its recurring nature. At Patients Medical in New York City, we go beyond just managing outbreaks. Our integrative approach combines conventional, holistic, and functional medicine to address the root causes of herpes and help you manage it naturally and effectively.
We treat the whole person—not just the virus.
Male infertility is an increasingly common issue, affecting approximately 1 in 8 couples trying to conceive. At Patients Medical in New York City, we take a holistic, integrative approach to treating male infertility. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, we aim to uncover and address the root causes of infertility—whether hormonal imbalances, lifestyle factors, or underlying medical conditions. Our goal is to help improve fertility naturally and guide you toward a healthier path to conception.
Herpes is a viral infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). There are two main types of herpes virus:
Once infected, the virus stays in the body and can remain dormant in the nerve cells. It can reactivate at any time, often triggered by stress, illness, or immune suppression
Functional medicine focuses on identifying the underlying causes that make the body susceptible to herpes outbreaks. These include:
At Patients Medical, we use advanced diagnostic testing to understand the factors contributing to your herpes outbreaks and develop a personalized treatment plan. Tests may include:
John, 39, had struggled with recurrent genital herpes outbreaks for years. He was often stressed and found that flare-ups occurred after long work hours and periods of illness. After advanced testing, we discovered that his immune system was compromised due to high stress and poor diet.
His treatment plan included:
After three months, John reported fewer outbreaks, a stronger immune system, and lower stress levels. He also felt more empowered in managing his herpes outbreaks naturally
While there is no cure for herpes, natural treatments can help reduce the frequency and severity of outbreaks and manage symptoms effectively.
Common triggers include stress, illness, poor diet, hormonal changes, and environmental factors.
Yes, supplements like lysine, Echinacea, lemon balm, and zinc have antiviral properties and can help reduce outbreaks.
A healthy diet, vitamin and mineral supplementation, probiotics, and stress management all support immune function and can help manage herpes outbreaks.
Yes, acupuncture can help reduce stress, balance hormones, and support immune health, which may reduce the frequency of herpes outbreaks.
Some individuals benefit from antiviral medications, but integrative treatments like diet, supplements, and stress management can complement or reduce the need for medication.
Most patients see improvement within 3-6 months, though results can vary based on the frequency and severity of outbreaks.
Yes, we offer comprehensive testing to confirm herpes infection and evaluate immune function.
While outbreaks may not be completely preventable, managing triggers like stress and diet can significantly reduce their frequency
We are an out-of-network provider, but we offer superbills for reimbursement. Some lab tests may be partially covered by insurance.
Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.
To schedule an in person on Tele-medicine appointment, please call our office at (212) 794-8800 or email us at info@PatientsMedical.com We look forward to hearing from you
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