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Suggest Treatment For Herpes Simplex
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I just went to my dermatologist because I have small red bumps on my upper hip area, really it's the right side of my stomach far right from my navel. She stated that it was herpes simplex and that I had to take a generic pill for 10 days. I got very scared though because I immediately thought it was the sexual type of herpes. I have absolutely no idea how I contracted herpes simplex on that area; however I do have a cold sore in my mouth...could these two be related? And will this continue to happen or would it just go away after treatment?
I just went to my dermatologist because I have small red bumps on my upper hip area, really it's the right side of my stomach far right from my navel. She stated that it was herpes simplex and that I had to take a generic pill for 10 days. I got very scared though because I immediately thought it was the sexual type of herpes. I have absolutely no idea how I contracted herpes simplex on that area; however I do have a cold sore in my mouth...could these two be related? And will this continue to happen or would it just go away after treatment?
Mon, 18 Aug 2014
Thank you for query.yes may be related as self inoculation of herpese simplex infection has been reported.herpes is known for recurrence.When active lesions are there then you can take oral acyclovir 200 mg 5 times a day for 5-7 days.Usually the severity and number decrease as days pass by.When no lesions are present to prevent recurrence acyclovir 400mg daily can be taken to prevent recurrence for a period of 6 -12 months under supervision of doctor.You can get back for any clarifications.Dr Bharatesh
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