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How Should Genital Herpes Reactivation Be Treated In A Pregnancy?

I m 6 weeks pregnant and having a reactivation of genital herpes. The current infection is very mild like the others, only 1 lesion. I ve had genital herpes for ~10 years and rarely get a reactivation and don t have an antiviral at home. Should I be worried about the fetus right now and should I get treated during pregnancy? (I understand the implications for delivery and will be on an antiviral in my 3rd trimester.)
Wed, 23 Mar 2016
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Yes, you should absolutely get it treated in pregnancy. When we see it at the hospital where I work, we always treat it with a round of antivirals. It doesn't matter how far along you are. Good luck!
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How Should Genital Herpes Reactivation Be Treated In A Pregnancy?

Yes, you should absolutely get it treated in pregnancy. When we see it at the hospital where I work, we always treat it with a round of antivirals. It doesn t matter how far along you are. Good luck!