I use all kind of drugs for my herpes - espcially zovirax,\nbut every once in a while it comes back - in several places on my body. my wife have it also. :( \nIs there something that can realy cure my problem - or even make it less often?
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Sadly, no.  There is no cure for the herpes virus.  Just make sure you are healthy.  Abreva works WONDERS on a herpes outbreak if put on immediately upon sensing that "tingly" feeling.  Also, you can have a herbologist make a mixture of St. John's Root and turn it into a paste to apply as well.  It dries it out nicely.  Just make sure you don't spread it by touching it all during the active herpes phase.  Wash your hands all the time!  Hope this helps.
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I dont know for a fact, but I assume that it has a similar reoccurance rate as oral herpes.  When I was 8 (Im now 29), I got a herpes sore in my lip from my mother.  I didnt have a reoccurance, nor did my mother, until I was 13.  The next reoccurance I had was at 21.  And just recently again when I cleaned out my closet and went thru a box of stuff that I packed from college, when I was 21 during this time I had a cold sore.  In essence, if you get a sore, make sure that you protect your son.  You may want to wear something over your mouth to protect the particles from activating near your son's eyes.  When my mom gets a sore, I stay away...because the history of it.  I got a prescription of Valtrex from my family doctor.  It can be used for the prevention of cold sores, genital and occular sores.  When I feel that tingle, I take a pill or two.  You may want to consider this until your son gets a little older.  Also, if you havent already, pick up some Abreva from your local pharmacy.  This is a great topical medicine that helps the cold sore not come out.  You have to apply it a few times a day once you feel that tingle and keep applying it until you dont feel it.  The pill and the Abreva have helped me stave off outbreaks on my lip.
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My grandfather had shingles numerous times.  Shingles is a herpes virus.  Not sure he used L-Lysine.  I have used it when I bit the inside of my cheek and I ended up with a sore in my mouth.  It does heal.\n\nHere ya go:\n\nLysine and cold sores\n\nThe herpes virus, an ancient and unwelcome human companion, comes in more than one form. Herpes simplex 1 is almost always the culprit in cold sores or fever blisters that erupt around the mouth; herpes simplex 2 is generally responsible for genital herpes. But, in fact, both forms of the virus can cause eruptions on the genitals and around the mouth. Herpes outbreaks, wherever they occur, are usually painful and unsightly, as well as contagious. Anywhere from 60 to 90% of us carry herpes simplex 1, probably as a result of childhood infection, and genital herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases these days. (Perhaps 20 million people have genital herpes, and one million become infected each year.) Once you have the virus, you have it. It may lie dormant, but it doesn't go away.\n\nFortunately, there's now an effective prescription drug for herpes called acyclovir. Sold in capsule, liquid, or ointment form, it does not cure herpes in the sense that antibiotics cure bacterial infections, but it does reduce the severity of outbreaks and seems to have few if any serious side effects. And there's some evidence that long-term daily oral doses can cut down on recurrences. It's also effective against herpes zoster, the chickenpox/shingles virus. (Two similar drugs, one already approved for use against shingles, are soon to be marketed for herpes.) However, acyclovir is quite expensive and there's no generic yet, and many people wonder if there aren't other measures they can take.\n\nAbout a decade ago, before acyclovir, the amino acid lysine was regarded as a potential herpes treatment. Lysine, one of the building blocks of protein, is supplied by many foods (notably red meats, fish, and dairy products). You can certainly satisfy your needs for lysine from dietary sources. But to fight herpes, you probably need more, the theory ran.\n\nThe idea that lysine might work against herpes has some plausibility. In order to replicate, the herpes virus requires arginine, another amino acid that's common in foods and necessary to human life; but lysine is thought to interfere with the absorption of arginine in the intestine. It's a long way from this observation to a herpes cure, and most studies have been inconclusive. A small study conducted at the Baylor College of Dentistry in 1984 did show that lysine supplements-1,000 milligrams a day-helped reduce recurrences of cold sores. (Genital herpes was not part of this study.)
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Herpes is not as bad as it's made out to be when treated and when you learn to avoid outbreaks with supplements, life changes and sometimes meds.  And, Guys can have it and not even know, as there can just be a small red bump on the underside of the penis that he can't see or feel.\n\nIt sucks if they didn't tell you before, if they knew and I would be more concerned about the honesty factor.
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Well, cold sores are caused by the herpes virus.  You could try Ambesol on it (that works on my cold sores).\n\nYou can't get rid of these viruses -- they just lay dormant in your body until they decide to act up.  What you can do is convince them to stay dormant -- don't get stressed out, have a good time, get lots of sleep, and eat a healthy diet.\n\nOh, and keep clean, but don't over-do it with showers four or five times a day.  I hope it'll go away for you!  You may need to try another doctor, though.  It seems that these viruses are really hard for Western medicine to deal with, though.
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Yes, it's a virus called herpes. They have medicine for it, forgot what it's called. You can also get them on your crotch!
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i would put a tiny bit of ZOVIRAX cream on  where you get cold sore everyday( prevention better than cure ) and you won't get cold sore in future.also are you sure it is a cold sore ? if scar is big and obvious a plastic surgeon can remove the scar and healthy underlying tissue should grow to fill where the scar was and your lip will look normal again
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No no no no...don't pop it...i know how you feel...i have two right now...but when you pop it could get infected and get way worse...it will pop on it's own but you need some abreva and make sure you keep them moist with that or chap stick (carmex) they will become yellow and then if you pull them off brown (dried blood)...i know it sucks but you're just going to have to wait it out...next time your in the doctor ask them if you can try valtrex...because cold sores are a form of herpes...if you take it as soon as you see/feel it, it will go away...i took mine but then i was out in the cold freezing which made me get a worse fever so this is the first time it didn't work...but once again...i'm so sorry...i feel your pain...just keep doctoring it and don't pick at it...
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Since it does not go away , but stays there, I don't think you have to worry about it, otherwise its sounds like herpes. but in any case why aren't you using condoms then there is no worry. Or almost none anyway.
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Diflucan ~ now this is by prescription, wherein Vagisil is for the itching more than anything...also "Australian tea tree oil" in a tepid bath ..now i know many who have tried this,....but remember it is what i have been told...that as far as homeopathy is the ticket for what i know....i would call your physician...i have NEVER had a doctor make me come in for the Diflucan...which is often onset by antibiotics..in fact often when i have had antibiotics, i get the RX for diflucan at the same time...tho it isn't always needed....there..that is what i know..and i may not have your perfect answer...but...that is the best i can do...also look up Edgar Cayce's clinic on line ...the place i went to was in Arizona when i lived there and there are elixirs to douche with  that are clean, fresh and they are extremely healing,...i had forgotten that one ~ i wish you the best! Thank You.....hope it gets better soon.....until yo have the yeast part of the bacterial infection under control use vagisil and panty liners...for vagisil is a topical and nothing to insert...what it does is numb the intchy part of yor perineum...be well....and oh i loathe these things too! take care....
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By being treated I hope you mean that you are taking a daily medication...."Valtrex" is one and very officiant...it works to keep outbreaks very minimal. And yes..you can have a normal active relationship, including sex. The only thing is...when you do have an outbreak, then use a condom or just refrain from sex until it clears. If you feel an out break coming on just use caution. Learn the triggers that may cause you to break out...like stress, is a big factor, heat lamps as in tanning beds....you will learn them trust me. Be honest about everything and educate yourself and partner. Genital warts (herpes virus) can lay dormant for years before you ever have an outbreak. And in many (mostly women) they never even know they are a carrier. They never have any signs but can pass it to someone else. \nAs far as children...yes, you can have kids, you need to be very careful and keep in close touch with your doctor. Most women choose to deliver by Cesarean to avoid and chance of contact. Please get as much information as you can and learn all you can......This isn't the end of your life.......really !!! Good Luck !!!!
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Unfortunately there is no other way to make him feel more protected. You did use a condom and that is about the only way to prevent the spread of it besides abstaining completely. Back off of him and give him time to think about what he wants from a relationship with you and if he even wants to be with you. I suggest joining a few groups of Yahoo that is designed for people with herpes. You can find someone who already has the disease so you dont have to go through a mess like this again.
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I have it too. I've had it for 6 years and I'm always on the look out for a cure. Medically, there is nothing you can do. However if you're interested in Alternative Medicine; I've been doing Chinenes Medicine for a few months. Some spots have gone away and the progression has stopped.
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I had the same thin some days ago...It cleared off with one dose from my family doc.Go to ur doc
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It is a type of virus ... NO NOT HERPES (that is ridiculous).  It is something in your blood partner.  You can't get rid of them ... there is no "CURE" for them ... you just have to let them run their course, but there are things that will make them run their course a little faster ... \n\n1.  Don't eat real spicy foods.\n2.  Don't eat highly acidic fruits, or vegetables.\n3.  Use "Listerine" 3 times a day and before you go to bed, gargle with Hydrogen Peroxide.\n4.  Use Cepacol or some other type of "numbing" lozenge to help with the pain.\n5.  If  you smoke, that's good ... that helps dull the pain as well.  (why  you ask ... I don't know).\n\nGood luck!
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Nothing is wrong with you. Most are caused by the herpes simplex virus, and 80% of the population has it. They come out when your immune system is compromised, like when you are sick or sleep deprived.\nUsing mouthwash will make them go away quicker. Also, getting a prescription, like Valtrex, prevents them and makes them go away quicker.
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Painful intercourse, painful urination, blisters, redness, swelling in the affected area, and yes, those symptoms you are describing.  If you know you have it, just ask your doc for some Valtrex and it will go away, for the time being.  It likes to pop up  when you get stressed.  You can never really tell when an outbreak will occur, but the first is always the worst.  After that, they aren't so bad.