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Suggest Remedy For Pain And Swelling In The Genitals
Have history of genital herpes so familiar but after literally 6 yrs without intercourse being apart of my life I had it -- July 2 and very painful lots of pain and swelling -+ but this past weekend began getting sores in vaginal area, near anus a sore spot, and mouth has couple sore spots!! My question, I ve had hysterectomy 8 yrs ago full one and this person and I did not use condom, I m thinking I need go to Dr my anxiety is heighting -- should I do so quickly, I m so feeling scared, overwhelmed, and concerned about it being alot more than is .
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Sat, 25 Jul 2015
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Hello,
You have a history of genital herpes & now you have sores spreading to the vagina, anus & also mouth. There is no need to get depressed, sad or anxious. Stay patient.
You are suggested to visit a gynae or GP & get clinically assessed. You need antibiotics & antiviral therapy urgently orally or intravenously to help reduce the symptoms & control the outbreak.
Topical medications can also be applied to herpes sores, acyclovir ointment (Zovirax) and penciclovir cream (Denavir).
Both work to speed up the healing process and reduce the viral activity.
Do not share your clothes, bed sheets or toiletries with anyone. Wear loose fitting cotton clothes. Avoid sex.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K
You have a history of genital herpes & now you have sores spreading to the vagina, anus & also mouth. There is no need to get depressed, sad or anxious. Stay patient.
You are suggested to visit a gynae or GP & get clinically assessed. You need antibiotics & antiviral therapy urgently orally or intravenously to help reduce the symptoms & control the outbreak.
Topical medications can also be applied to herpes sores, acyclovir ointment (Zovirax) and penciclovir cream (Denavir).
Both work to speed up the healing process and reduce the viral activity.
Do not share your clothes, bed sheets or toiletries with anyone. Wear loose fitting cotton clothes. Avoid sex.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K
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