Background Information : The utility of regular use of Aloeviate®

It is apparent that the ingredients in Aloeviate TM are designed to reduce inflammation, reduce the transmission of pain from afferent nerves commonly seen in conditions such as vulvodynia, and produce a calming, soothing sensation to the skin. Furthermore, by addressing skin irritation in the lower genital tract, (which may trigger adverse impulses to the dorsal nerve root ganglion), and by providing ingredients shown to provide natural viral suppression, the nutritional supplement Aloeviate® appears to support the body's defense against Herpes Simplex outbreaks.

Why Aloeviate TM for Vulvar Pain Syndromes?

The trend in therapy has been to use strong pharmaceutical agents such as powerful topically applied steroids and oral central nervous system antidepressants or antiseizure medications. Although often successful in reducing pain, there are potential side effects from these therapies.

The goal of Aloeviate® use is to provide a natural alternative topical cosmetic nutraceutical product that can nutritionally soothe the skin and address the increased sensitivity of the skin, without the use of a topical pharmaceutical anesthetic agent. The integrity and overall skin structure appears to become more resilient and less fragile and sensitive with regular use, most likely due to the antioxidant and natural analgesic properties of some of the ingredients and the moisturizers added to the formula. The goal is to provide and effective stand alone therapy for mild or early cases, or a topical strategy which would allow a reduced dosage of pharmaceutical treatments for vulvodynia/ vulvar pain. In more severe cases which require physician and pharmacist consultation, Aloeviate® could be used as a compounding base into which other pharmaceutical agents could be mixed.

Major Active Ingredients: The supplements in Aloeviate®

• Aloe Vera
• Vitamin E / Mixed Tocopherols
• Magnesium Sulfate
• L-Lysine
• Zinc Oxide
• Green and White Tea Extract (EGCG)
• Almond Oil and Avocado Oil

Many patients with chronic painful conditions of the skin fail to improve with conventional medical therapies. There are those with obvious infectious causes which can be treated with antibiotics, antiviral, or antiseptic therapies, and some known skin diseases where steroids or other drugs are helpful. However, many suffer pain, itching, and burning of the skin with no obvious cause, frustrating both the patient and the health care givers. If the discomfort is in the lower genital tract or groin, the patient might avoid letting anyone know (including medical professionals) and choose to remain silent about their plight.

AloeViate was developed with both prevention and therapy in mind. It was developed by a Gynecologist in conjunction with a Specialist Compounding Pharmacist who were treating patients with vulvar pain syndromes who were not finding relief with both over the counter and prescription medications. Their approach was to provide a "natural" alternative to the underlying chronic inflammation and nerve hypersensitivity that afflict most patients.

In addition, some patients who were exposed to viral infections such as Herpes Simplex and who suffer pain from chronic recurrent outbreaks were seeking a natural way to inhibit the virus activity and reduce the incidence of those painful outbreaks. AloeViate was created to address theses conditions, and also helped those with painful skin conditions on other body surfaces . AloeViate could be used alone or as a pharmaceutical compounding base and combined with drugs that target specific infectious or inflammatory conditions of the skin.

They learned that there were several natural substances that were safe for patients to apply to the affected skin or to soak in (while bathing), and it really was not practical to ask each patient to buy each ingredient in the natural food market or pharmacy, and combine them at home. The logical solution was to combine the ingredients into a cream or salve, removing all the fuss for the patient and the potential for error. The major ingredient in AloeViate is Aloe Vera, and the other ingredients work together to enhance the soothing and healing effect of this amazing naturally occurring substance. There are ingredients which are antioxidants, appear to reduce inflammation and have an apparent mild natural anti-histamine quality. Some research suggests that antioxidants may prevent free radical damage, thus reducing premature aging and various forms of cancer.

Aloeviate TM is appears to be helful in soothing painful chronic skin conditions of body surfaces, especially the feet, hands, elbows, knees, and body creases, thus restoring the natural integrity of the skin.

Aloeviate TM

Physician Developed - Pharmacist Perfected

Here are some excellent links to sites which provide up to date and accurate information about this debiliating painful skin syndrome.  Aloeviate TM provides a natural approach to soothe and comfort the skin using a nutritional supplement.  it can be used in tandem with Almocadoe®. In fact, if a pharmaceutical agent such as Gabapentin are needed, Almocadoe®  may serve as an excellent compounding base for the pharmaceutical agent.

WEBSITES

National Vulvodynia Association

Wikipedia on Vulvodynia

Mayo Clinic on Vulvodynia

COMPOUNDING PHARMACY

Med Specialties Pharmacy

There are millions of Herpes Simplex sufferers in the USA and abroad. After the initial infection, most patients will suffer recurrent outbreaks of painful blisters and ulcers. The key is to prevent the triggers that cause the outbreaks. Aloeviate TM ingredients are specially chosen because they appear in some studies to nutritionally counteract the virus and keep the skin intact and protected.

Aloeviate TM is not meant to be a substitute or replacement for any therapy that your physiciain or health care provider recommends. It is a nutritional supplement that can suport skin health. If you are already using a medication on the skin, consult your physician if you plan to add Aloeviate TM.

There are two strains of the herpes virus; types I and II. They can cause outbreaks anywhere on the body surface, but most comonly occur in the oral cavity or area surrounding the mouth including the lips, or in the gential area of the body. Herpes virus is also the cause of chicken pox and shingles (Herpes Zoster).

Here are some great WEBSITES about Herpes Simplex and Genital Herpes.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herpes_simplex_virus

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/MEDLINEPLUS/ency/article/001324.htm

http://kidshealth.org/parent/infections/std/herpes.html

http://www.healthscout.com/ency/68/162/main.html

SOOTHING NATURAL COMFORT:

• It is recommended that AloeViate® be applied before retiring.  It can be used more frequently if needed.
  
• Prior to the application of AloeViate®, take a relaxing warm bath and gently clean the painful area.
• You may add epsom salt (magnesium sulfate) to a bath for added comfort prior to applying AloeViate®.
• Do not apply AleoViate® to open sores, cuts, blisters, or other wounds. It is appropriate for intact skin only.
• Expect a slight tingling sensation immediately after applying AloeViate® to the affected skin surface. After a few minutes, you should experience soothing natural comfort.
• The skin can be rinsed in the morning.
• Use nightly as desired.  If a second application is necessary, apply in the morning after showering, bathing, or gently cleaning the affected area.

If you have any questions or concerns, use after consultation with your physician or other health care provider. Apply a thin layer of the cream to affected areas of skin once or twice daily after showering, bathing, or cleaning the area and allowing the skin to dry. Simply shower or wash off after 6-12 hours. If a residue appears and remains on clothing, it will clean with simple soap and water.

Cautions

• Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients or if signs or symptoms of an allergic response develop (worsening of itching, redness, blisters or increased pain or swelling).
• Not recommended during pregnancy or lactation.
• Not recommended for children under 12 years of age.
• As with any product, in case of rash, discontinue use.
• Avoid eyes, lips, inflamed or broken skin, open wounds and mucus membrane (mouth, nasal, vaginal or anal).

Please store Aloeviate® at controlled room temperature of 15-30 degrees centigrade or 59-86 degrees fahrenheit.

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