Comments on: Lysine never did anything for me

By: Nanci

Nanci — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 02:59:56 +0000

I recently read that there have been no medical studies to support the lysine argument, and I was a bit surprised because lysine has worked for me in the past. More important to note that the opposite is true which is that chocolate, peanuts, and corn tend to cause outbreaks for me (all high in arginine). I would go out on a limb and say that lysine could be an inexpensive option to give a try. At any rate, it is very rude to call Angela a drug pusher when she has been nothing but objective.

By: morganpmiller

morganpmiller — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 04:59:11 +0000

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&ct=res&cd=4&ved=0CBgQFjAD&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.betterhealth.vic.gov.au%2Fbhcv2%2Fbhcmed.nsf%2Fpages%2Fgwcvalhs%2F%24File%2Fgwcvalhs.pdf&ei=uLgpS7ScO8ThlAem4tCYBw&usg=AFQjCNFbUbAZ2PxOsJoiCOR451Bu-AMmJA&sig2=6hHb-E_QZjW3iesT8hk8nw

On this site there is one study on lysine treatment for herpes

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&ct=res&cd=8&ved=0CC8QFjAH&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.raysahelian.com%2Fgenitalherpes.html&ei=r7kpS8PfF4SulAel98SfBw&usg=AFQjCNGn0XUlt88ZayqjeKYd5J_Sc1KSkQ&sig2=QIMdYqbW7zhEMwj1Ko3SlA

By: morganpmiller

morganpmiller — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 04:50:37 +0000

There have been some legitimate studies on the use of lysine. I don’t think anyone should be saying that it in no way can help treat or suppress the herpes virus. I also don’t think anyone should be saying it is a cure or it is as powerful as the pharmaceuticals used.

As far as side effect of herpes medication, there are some. Also, you have to consider that these medications are being metabolized by your liver and could possibly do some harm in the long term

By: Angela

Angela — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 03:11:57 +0000

Powerful side effects? Oh good grief. Every little thing the store will sell you has possible side effects. Get over yourself. When was the last time you looked at the possible side effects for Advil? I’m not causing harm. People need to do their home work and talk to their doctors and do what they think is best. I think it’s hilarious that you think I’m addicted to drugs. I think you’re just pissed off that I’m taking $$$ away from everything OTC. lol :-)

By: KRP

KRP — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 06:38:41 +0000

“Valtrex, Famvir, and Acyclovir have actually been proven to do something about the herpes virus and there are no adverse side effects either.” Wow, Angela, just wow. You are so 100% dead wrong. Do your homework. These drugs can have powerful side effects, especially with long-term use. Valtrex’s own website states that side effects include “headache, nausea, stomach pain, cold, and sore throat.” Severe cases can include acute kidney failure, nervous system breakdown, and even death!!!

Now, I’m offended, b/c you are giving wrong information to people, which may harm them. Stop, just stop, before you cause harm! Information is one thing, but opinion is another. Sayonara. And best of luck w/your drug addiction. ;)

By: Angela

Angela — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:49:44 +0000

L-lysine is not a herpes treatment. L-lysine is not a suppressive therapy treatment for herpes either. L-lysine does not reduce transmission. L-lysine does not reduce asymptomatic shedding. I would never tell anybody that was trying to protect a partner to do so with L-lysine. I would never suggest that a pregnant woman with herpes about to give birth try L-lysine either. There is NO such thing as a herpes diet.

By: c

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 16:30:52 +0000

I guess Lysine works for some and not others. It works best as a preventative measure and shortens the outbreak time for me. Used Famvir & acyclovir for almost 20 years. Read about peanuts and tomatoes encouraging outbreaks and lysine as a preventative measure. For the past 4 years no more drugs and I use lysine when I get a tingle and when I eat peanut butter and tomatoes to prevent an outbreak. I went two years outbreak free when previously it used to be 4-5 x’s a year. Now I get outbreaks when I haven’t used lysine preventatively by being lazy. I do notice that eating a large amount of peanut butter or tomatoes causes a tingle shorly after. If I ignore it, I get an outbreak. I tried it because even with the medicine, I am embarassed in public for at least a week. I wanted to prevent them altogether. when I follow it, it works! Anything is worth a try dealing with this stuff.

By: Angela

Angela — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 13:24:39 +0000

None of that stuff you are trying has been clinically proven to do a thing for the virus. As for food triggers, some people have them and others do not. I eat chocolate and it doesn’t do anything to me. If you are having issues with outbreaks, you might want to discuss suppressive therapy with your doctor. Valtrex, Famvir, and Acyclovir have actually been proven to do something about the herpes virus and there are no adverse side effects either.

By: Sammi

Sammi — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 15:24:00 +0000

I suffer from genital HSV-1, and at most, (prior to l-lysine) I would have maybe one small, barley noticable outbreak every six months. The only time my outbreaks would slightly flare up would be when I ate chocolate. (I love my chocolate!)

Since I love chocolate, I figured I would start to take l-lysine to suppress my high argenine levels (hence, keeping my hsv underway). So I started taking 1.5 grams daily (.5g 3x daily).

I forgot to take the pills maybe two days straight, and in my forgetfulness, I ended up having the WORST outbreak I’ve ever had in my entire time having hsv. I ended up having 4 sores on my outer labia, and even one on my rectal area! It was extremely uncomfortable!

Needless to say, I chucked the whole bottle of L-Lysine in the trash. I’m going to try DGL and tea-tree oil, and see how that works out. But the whole hoopla around L-Lysine is some bull.