Viral Infection

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Treatment


There is no cure for herpes. Attempts to develop an effective herpes vaccine have not been successful.

Treatment for herpes simplex is not necessary because it is self-limiting. Oral antiviral medications like famciclovir (Famvir®), valacyclovir (Valtrex®) and acyclovir (Zovirax®) may be given to treat recurrent episodes or to prevent recurrent outbreaks, especially in patients who experience recurrences every 2 months or less.

A topical antiviral cream, p...Read the full article