I was 18 when I got genital herpes. I was fortunate and only had 2-3 outbreaks a year. However, recently since I turned 40, I have been outbreaks once a month that last up to two weeks and are actually quite painful, almost similar to my very first outbreak. . It has been going on now for about nine months. I was hoping things would change, but it does not appear to be the case. Why would this happen? What can I do to keep the outbreaks under control? Would Valtrex help?
- Manage
10/22/08 10:07am
Thank you for your question. It would be best to talk you your doctor about an increased frequency of outbreaks.
You might also find this article interesting. It is about foods that can lower frequency of outbreaks.
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