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What Should I Do About Symptoms Of A Relapse Of Herpes?
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Fri, 24 Aug 2018
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Question : A few years ago I had herpes for the first time.
I think now I have a relapse. I attach today's photo to see if you can confirm if it is indeed herpes.
Thank you very much
I think now I have a relapse. I attach today's photo to see if you can confirm if it is indeed herpes.
Thank you very much
Brief Answer:
Either herpes or yeast infection, answer few questions
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
There are few possibilities: either herpes or yeast infection.
I need to ask you few questions:
What is the duration of your symptoms?
Was this rash preceded by tiny fluid filled blisters?
Are you having pain, burning or itching on this rash?
Are you sexually active? If yes is there any history of vaginal discharge or itching in your partner?
Kindly revert with the answers.
Regards,
Dr. Asmeet
Either herpes or yeast infection, answer few questions
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
There are few possibilities: either herpes or yeast infection.
I need to ask you few questions:
What is the duration of your symptoms?
Was this rash preceded by tiny fluid filled blisters?
Are you having pain, burning or itching on this rash?
Are you sexually active? If yes is there any history of vaginal discharge or itching in your partner?
Kindly revert with the answers.
Regards,
Dr. Asmeet
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Nagamani Ng
Thank you very much for your answer.
About your questions:
What is the duration of your symptoms?
Aprox. 10 days
Was this rash preceded by tiny fluid filled blisters?
I'm not sure, but it's very likely. I attach some pictures from 3 days ago.
Are you having pain, burning or itching on this rash?
No
Are you sexually active? If yes is there any history of vaginal discharge or itching in your partner?
Yes, I'm active, but I use always a condom, there is never skin contact between penis and vagina.
About your questions:
What is the duration of your symptoms?
Aprox. 10 days
Was this rash preceded by tiny fluid filled blisters?
I'm not sure, but it's very likely. I attach some pictures from 3 days ago.
Are you having pain, burning or itching on this rash?
No
Are you sexually active? If yes is there any history of vaginal discharge or itching in your partner?
Yes, I'm active, but I use always a condom, there is never skin contact between penis and vagina.
Brief Answer:
Herpes most likely, oral antiviral & topical antibiotic
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
According to your complaints, it seems to be herpes most likely.
I would recommend you to take a course of oral antiviral like tablet aciclovir 400 mg thrice daily for 5 days and apply topical antibiotic like fusidic acid cream on the affected areas twice daily for 5-7 days.
These are prescription drugs and you need to see the doctor in person to get them.
Herpes most likely, oral antiviral & topical antibiotic
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
According to your complaints, it seems to be herpes most likely.
I would recommend you to take a course of oral antiviral like tablet aciclovir 400 mg thrice daily for 5 days and apply topical antibiotic like fusidic acid cream on the affected areas twice daily for 5-7 days.
These are prescription drugs and you need to see the doctor in person to get them.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Nagamani Ng
OK, thank you very much
Brief Answer:
Welcome
Detailed Answer:
Welcome!!
All the best!!
Welcome
Detailed Answer:
Welcome!!
All the best!!
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
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