Herpes Gladiatorum
Herpes gladiatorum is a communicable viral infection. Sometimes called mat herpes, it is common among people who play high-contact sports, such as wrestling.
Once the herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1) enters the body, it resides there for life.
While there is no cure for an HSV-1 infection such as herpes gladiatorum, the virus often lies dormant, so there are periods when the person has no symptoms.
When the virus reactivates and symptoms flare, the virus is more likely to transmit to another person via skin-to-skin contact.
The symptoms of herpes gladiatorum vary from person to person. HSV-1 can enter any part of the body, and the infection can be particularly dangerous if it develops in the eyes.
Symptoms tend to become evident within 8 days of the virus entering the body. They can include:
- a fever
- swollen glands
- a sore throat
- sores or blisters, which can be painful
- a tingling sensation in the affected area
- a headache
Without treatment, the sores or blisters usually take 7–10 days to clear. While symptoms are apparent, the virus is more transmissible.
The pattern of flare-ups varies from person to person. Symptoms of herpes gladiatorum may flare once a month or once a year, for example.
When the virus is dormant, the person has no symptoms. This is no guarantee that the virus cannot pass on, but it is less likely to do so during this time.
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