Preventing outbreaks and treating them
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When I was diagnosed with genital herpes, I was too in shock to really listen to my gyno as he explained how to take care of and prevent future outbreaks. My first outbreak was in January and now I have another, which is almost worse. Does anyone have good tips on how I can ease the pain and how I can get rid of the sores quicker? I currently take valtrex once daily.
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Some people say coffee and chocolate cause obs... I've not seen a difference really. Lots of alcohol, partying till the wee morning, will result in obs for sure.
My period is when I have an ob now, but only inside. Aside from the last two months, I would break out w one or two bumps, even on daily suppression once or twice a month, but they were much bother. My nerve sensations were the biggest issue.
I have found that taking a daily probiotic w a live culture to be the biggest help. Daily high doses of vitamin C, D, Bs, zinc and magnesium.
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Is it painful just when you urinate or use the bathroom? That's so strange that they're painful for you.. None of mine have been painful for me, but mine also didn't ulcerate after my initial but once and that was tender.
Put Vaseline or petroleum jelly and a heavy serving on the sores to offer some protective covering. This helps w friction and when going to the bathroom. Are you taking your meds at the same time daily?
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patty10286 Lakerkate
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I was diagnosed several years ago at age 60 accompanied by the same shock, along with tremendous anxiety and depression. It was life-changing for me. Over the past 8 months I was taking Valtrex 500 mgs daily with some success. I am in a relatively new relationship with a 62 year old with the libido of a 25 year old ---fortunately, he is tremendously understnding and accepting --took the herpes titer test before we had relations and he tested positive to previous exposure but is asymptomatic. Several days ago I went to my physician literally beside myself with the pain and anguish of yet another of my frequent outbreaks. He prescribed 1000 mg of valtrex per day for prophylactic use and 3000 mg per day with an outbreak. He has also given me Betamethasone Dipropionate cream.05%, which is sterioid cream to be applied to the sores. The pharmacist advised me to use it sparingly only on the exact location of the sore, because it is very strong. Hope this can help, my heart goes out to you.
ragdoll41 patty10286
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I was just googling to see if I could use the same ointment that I use for eczema and your comment came up. Thank you so much for the info! I've had HSV for 24 years and rarely get obs anymore but when I do they're always different and different duration time. Hoping this will help it clear up faster too. Thanks again!! =)
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