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Paula

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Diagnosed with HSV1 (cold sore on lip) possibly transferred accidentally to genital

A week ago I had my first cold sore on my lip and got Valtrex pills and the prescription ointment Zovirax. My lip has been healing nicely (crusted yellow the crust fell off and it is now just a flat red spot on my lip), but on Saturday night I accidentally touched the sore and touched down below. As soon as I realized I washed the area with hot... Read moreChevron
posted 05/09/2011, comment (1)|
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I Need Advice (telling others about my HSV) and living with myself...

I was just recently diagnosed with genital herpes two months ago.  The past couple months have been the hardest time of my life.  I am very depressed and don't know how to continue living my life with this disease.  I can't believe I even have it, I keep thinking I will wake up one day and everything will be back to normal.  I... Read moreChevron
posted 08/15/2009, comments (21)|
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Acyclovir, Famciclovir & Valacyclovir

Antiviral medications have proven clinical effectiveness against genital herpes. In this sharepost I provide a snapshot of the three most commonly prescribed medications; Acyclovir (Zovirax), Famciclovir (Famvir) and Valacyclovir (Valtrex).   Acyclovir helps to prevent the herpes virus from spreading to other cells. It is used in the... Read moreChevron
posted 05/08/2009, comments (0)|
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A Cold Sore Cure?

According to various recent news articles, researchers at Duke University have made a discovery that could make cold sore sufferers very happy.  They have found that HSV-1, which is very common and typically causes cold sores on the mouth, produces microbits of genetic material, called LAT RNA, which cause the virus to lay dormant in... Read moreChevron
posted 07/14/2008, comments (7)|
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Is Your Herpes Medication Making You Sick?

Herpes medications are generally safe, whether you are taking herpes antiviral medication to treat an outbreak or you're taking daily suppressive therapy. But like all medications, the herpes antiviral DO have side effects. And you should know the difference between different herpes medicines so you can make the best decision for you and... Read moreChevron
posted 06/05/2008, comments (0)|
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