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How Can Herpes Simplex Virus Infection Be Treated?
I have been diagnoses with hsv 2 7 years ago. Im am taking suppressive thearapy medication for a year and I haven t had an outbreak until the beginning of march. They are now coming every week. I experience prodrome symptoms like a buring rash, but no visible rash? Whats should i do?why has the medication stopped working for me. I haven t changed my daily routine, and i dont think im stressed.
Fri, 2 Nov 2018
Hello,
Your symptoms seem to be related to herpes zoster.
I recommend taking antiviral medication such as acyclovir daily.
I also recommend using steroid cream for local treatment and Ibuprofen for the pain.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi,
General & Family Physician
Your symptoms seem to be related to herpes zoster.
I recommend taking antiviral medication such as acyclovir daily.
I also recommend using steroid cream for local treatment and Ibuprofen for the pain.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi,
General & Family Physician
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