Brief Answer:
thank you so much for your question, I will do my best to help

Detailed Answer:
By definition, prodromal symptoms refers to symptoms that precede an outbreak of herpes. it is definitely possible that if you have stopped taking the medication, even if just for a short period of time, that it would increase the likelihood that you will have an outbreak. the symptoms you are having may therefore be prodromal symptoms and a sign that you are going to have an outbreak soon. most people have a typical set of symptoms that they feel before an outbreak. it is usually in the area where they typically have outbreaks, and they may feel numbness, tingling, or any type of neurogenic pain in that area for a few days prior to an outbreak. it is important to realize that the infection is most contagious during this time period, so be careful not to expose any sexually partners during this time. I would certainly recommend that you try to get back on the acyclovir as soon as possible. you may need to ask your doctor to increase the dose to a treatment dose for a few days, and not just the preventive dose you usually take. I hope this helps, please let me know if you have any more questions.

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Brief Answer:
thank you for the additional information, it helps me understand your issue

Detailed Answer:
if you have just finished an outbreak, it is still possible that you are feeling some symptoms from the herpes. they may feel very similar to what are usually prodromal symptoms, even though they come after the outbreak and not before the outbreak. if the pain in your thigh is in the area where you had the outbreak, then most likely the symptoms are related to the herpes and should resolve in a few days. however, the headache is not a typical prodromal symptom and may be unrelated. if these symptoms do not resolve on their own in a few days, you probably need to see your doctor to figure out what else might be going on. please let me know if you have any more questions that I can help you with.

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