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Question: Can I get a prescription to treat genital herpes
Brief Answer:
Acyclovir not needed
Detailed Answer:
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Herpes is a self-limiting condition that resolves in 5-10 days irrespective of treatment with antivirals like acyclovir. Hence, I do not think that you need a prescription. However, once infected, the virus lies dormant in the nerve endings of the affected area for a lifetime. Flare-ups occur whenever the immunity drops.
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Acyclovir not needed
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.
Herpes is a self-limiting condition that resolves in 5-10 days irrespective of treatment with antivirals like acyclovir. Hence, I do not think that you need a prescription. However, once infected, the virus lies dormant in the nerve endings of the affected area for a lifetime. Flare-ups occur whenever the immunity drops.
Regards
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