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Herpes outbreak has lasted 5wks and going strong. I’m beyond depressed! Help

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lana33747
lana33747

Hey guys I was diagnosed 2 yrs ago with HSV1. I usually get a cold sore on my lip but never anything too crazy. I'm guessing recently spread it to my genitals because that's where the outbreak is this time around. I ate chocolate Valentines Day which is sometimes a trigger and I've been suffering since. I'm also 8 weeks pregnant which can also be the cause I hear. I've tired so many things but nothing has helped. I can barely walk it hurts so bad. I'm so depressed and feel hopeless. Never knew pain like this exists. I don't know what I'm here looking for. Maybe encouragement or stories like mine. I feel this will never clear up and that scares me. I cant even be excited about this pregnancy I'm in so much pain. Any encouraging words or advice would help ): Thank you

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  • Tass83169
    Tass83169 lana33747

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    Hi, I'm sorry to hear this. I've had very painful BV for 3+ months so I can't even imagine your pain. Are you on antivirals? If so, maybe you should talk to your OBGYN about switching meds. I wish you the best of luck.

    • lana33747
      lana33747 Tass83169

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      Thank you @Tass83169 I hope yours clears up too. I was prescribed a 3 day dose of antivirals. Did absolutely nothing. I don't feel confident any meds will help. I'm also embarrassed each time I have to talk to my OBGYN about it. I'm just having a super hard time. Thank you for your reply

    • L2341
      L2341 lana33747

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      I'm so sorry you have to go through this. You should ask your doctor if Lysine supplement is appropriate during pregnancy. There are a lot of contradictory information on internet. Maybe it can help. Stay strong!

    • lana33747
      lana33747 L2341

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      Thank you @lana33747 its still going strong. I have an appointment tomorrow and will ask then.

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