Before the advent of AIDS, herpes was the most dreaded sexually transmitted disease. Herpes is an easily transmitted disease that can result in periodic eruptions of painful sores and blisters. It is incurable and has few effective treatments. Neem may be the breakthrough that has been sought since herpes burst on the scene in the early eighties. Tests in Germany show that neem extracts are toxic to the herpes virus. Neem has anti-viral compounds that may prevent transmission and infection if a neem-based cream is used as a lubricant for intercourse. If already contracted, neem oil has reduced the severity of genital herpes attacks when applied to the afflicted area. Genital herpes sufferers who have used neem on the sores report a tremendous reduction in the number and severity of eruptions. Drinking two cups of neem leaf tea will enhance the immune system in its response to the virus. Discontinue the tea when the eruption ceases or in two weeks, which ever is first.