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My friend(50) is suffering from frequent attacks of herpes (HSV) and the the spot of attack is penis. He was prescribed Valtoval 1g tablets, 1 tab every day for 1 month. After the course he developes the same symptoms again and again. He has taken 3 courses already and is yet to get cured . What treatment should take to get completely cured?
Since your friend is getting repeated attacks of herpes, long term suppressive therapy with valacyclovir can prevent a recurrence. Please discuss with his primary provider regarding long term acyclovir therapy.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards, Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal
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How Can Recurrent Herpes Be Treated?
Hello, Since your friend is getting repeated attacks of herpes, long term suppressive therapy with valacyclovir can prevent a recurrence. Please discuss with his primary provider regarding long term acyclovir therapy. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal