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Can Lysine Supplements Be Taken For An Oncoming Cold Sore?
Question: I am 10 wks pregnant. Can i take lysine supplements for an oncoming cold sore?
Brief Answer:
Yes you can take it.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for trusting us with your health concern.
L-lysine is a safe and effective treatment for cold sore during pregnancy and lactation. It is a natural amino acid and can be taken to suppress the lesions due to Herpes. This will also decrease the need of taking anti viral drugs during pregnancy.
Please feel free to discuss further. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have.
Wishing you good health.
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Dr. Rakhi Tayal.
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Yes you can take it.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for trusting us with your health concern.
L-lysine is a safe and effective treatment for cold sore during pregnancy and lactation. It is a natural amino acid and can be taken to suppress the lesions due to Herpes. This will also decrease the need of taking anti viral drugs during pregnancy.
Please feel free to discuss further. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Rakhi-Tayal
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