1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Treatment for genital herpes outbreak

Treatment for genital herpes outbreak

Is there any cure for frequent genital herpes outbreaks? It comes out around periods time (before or after) every month. doc advised acyclovir course (for 5-10 days) every month before periods but seems not helping much to supress it. plz advise how to control and stop it ?

862 Views v

Hi there...I can understand your concern. Acyclovir suppression therapy can be started if you are having recurrent genital herpes. It involves taking acyclovir for about 6 months to 1 year. But first ...  Read More

Namaste I'm facing recurrent herpes outbreak every month one after other. How long should I go for suppressive therapy? Which is best whether Acyclovir or Valacyclovir? How many doses per day? Kindly help 🙏

199 Views v

Hello , Thanks for your trust and faith. Recurrent herpes is really tough and impacts lifestyle adversely. There is suppressive therapy that you are already on and I am sure you are under the care of ...  Read More

How to help the pain in genital, labia specifically. Hurts when urinating, blisters popped, what can I put on it to help with the pain

133 Views v

Consult dermatologist ...  Read More

Sir can genital herpes spread by using same towel and soap of a person who is having outbreak of genital herpes?

1084 Views v

Mostly through intercourse... for detailed information do direct online consultation ...  Read More

I have genital warts infected in my Anal ar ea and also I have herpes infection . Please suggest me treatment .

5557 Views v

For anal warts cryotherapy. Herpes is recurrent. No permanent cure ...  Read More

My husband has herpes and is taking the antibiotics they prescribed him but he is frequently getting outbreaks and now he is getting them in his mouth why is this

548 Views v

Good to get his food sleep activity pattern right ...  Read More

If somebody in my household has been diagnosed with genital herpes and is on medication for their first outbreak, is it possible for them to transmit the herpes to another family member from a towel that they used if it has been washed?

315 Views v

No if it's washed ...  Read More

I got blisters first time in the month of December 2020. Now I'm getting herpes outbreak in genital area continuously. Once blister will outbreak and it will clear in a week and sudden after healing in other place. How to get rid of this issue. please help me.

282 Views v

Several medicine in Homoeopathic have good result. U can try mezerium 200 tds 3days. Futher any other query you can contact. ...  Read More

I'm suffering from genital herpes infection from last 2 years. As I was facing recurrent herpes outbreak I started taking Acyclovir 400 mg twice a day from December 2022 and stopped in mid of May 2023. Next week after stopping taking antiviral, herpes outbreak again appeared. How long I should take antiviral? Kindly help.

233 Views v

For recurrent herpes genitalis need long term tretament. Either episodic treatment or continuos suppresive therapy which you had taken for almost 6 months. ...  Read More

I am 39 weeks pregnant, my daughter has dropped so low that I can go into labor any day now. I am currently having a herpes outbreak. All my doctors say is to take acyclovir which hasn't been proven to even be safe while pregnant. What should I do! I want an emergency C-section to ensure that my daughter is safe & healthy.

343 Views v

U need to take acyclovir and undergo lscs too ...  Read More

I am diagnosed with genital herpes recently.. i want to know how to decrease the chances of transmitting it to my future infant.. is there any chance that the baby will have any kind of deformity due to the virus?

27 Views v

Are you pregnant? ...  Read More

Is there a cure for genital herpies in homoeopathic medicine? I have been under treatment for 7 months now, but the ulcers are the same. Can you please confirm that there is a cure for herpies are that they should be treated for life? If there is a cure, how long does it take? Please provide the details.

34 Views v

Hi, practo user, It's a common sexually transmitted infection, need an image of affected part of yours to begine homoeo medication, please. Tke, care. ...  Read More

My wife had a herpes before and she also got the treatment of three months. But now doctor says that herpes course is completed. However she still having pain and also having itching.kindly suggest any best medicine

64 Views v

Sir it requires case detail to start the treatment ...  Read More

I heard that only homeopathy can cure genital herpes? Has anyone got cured by using homeopathy medicines please guide.

109 Views v

Start proper ayurvedic medicine... To lower the symptoms for longer time... Herpes will never g from ur body... Its a virus... Will attack in future also... But we can stop its spread and effects by p ...  Read More

I've been recently diagnosed with genital herpes,my partner is having recurring attacks of oral herpes since childhood but now he's asymptomatic,if we'll plan to have a baby after a year,can it affect our pregnancy..?

71 Views v

Herpes can affect pregnancy but the incidence is not very high. It can be tested in the antenatal period and the mother can be treated. If pregnancy progresses uneventfully then the delivery should b ...  Read More

I've been recently diagnosed with genital herpes,my partner is having attacks of oral herpes since childhood,if we'll plan to have a baby after a year can it affect our pregnancy..?

42 Views v

Greetings no it won't ...  Read More

My dermatologist diagnosed me with oral herpes simplex recently,I've lesion in oral mucosa,my partner has herpes outbreak sometimes,should i be worried about it..how often can it reoccur

114 Views v

Take treatment and it will recur if ur body immunity is low so eay healthy ...  Read More

I have this every year around this time ...it is hard and painful...is this herpes or something else..if yes what is the treatment... please help

170 Views v

This could be herpes. Is there appearance of fluid filled blisters in the starting? Consult online for treatment ...  Read More

For suppressive therapy of genital herpes, which is best among Acyclovir 400 mg and Valacyclovir 500 mg. What is their relative advantage and disadvantage. Kindly please clarify 🙏 Thanks

93 Views v

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Rashes around neck and itching and redness fots it seems like herpes kindly suggest treatment for herpes

39 Views v

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Is genital herpes curable in howany months ? Water bubbles on lips and skin .. is herpes curable ?

134 Views v

Yes herpes is curable ...it's curable in 4-6weeks ...  Read More

I have molluscum in genital area my doctor suggested me some std tests all other tests were normal but hsv 2 igg test was positive with activity index of 1.58 i have never had any symptoms do i need to worry please suggest also using tretinoin from past 20 days on my molluscum bumps some have fade away some still persist but i havr noticed tip of m

...

91 Views v

1. Hsv antibody test - might had transient symptoms. If active lesions present only treatment needed 2. Please apply oinments correctly to avoid irritation 3. Consult dermatologist for detailed evalua ...  Read More

I've had positive genetal herpes for a few months now. I got tested two months ago and took homoeopathy medicine. Is there any effective medicine that can cure herpes?

118 Views v

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I am under treatment for genital herpes. In the past 3 months, in November it was 11.50 igm, in December it was 9.5 igm, and in January it was 10.50 igm. Why is this fluctuating? Does it get cured with homoeopathic medicines?

182 Views v

●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁  𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁⻿ ...  Read More

There are small blisters on my penis, although there is no pain and irritation. but it's area is getting increase day by day.Please suggest treatment to cure permanently .

46 Views v

Without seeing can't diagnose... for accurate diagnosis and treatment do direct online consultation with photos ...  Read More

My IgG reports of hsv are negative And IgM are just equivocal of genital herpes!! My value is - 0.8 And equivocal value is (0.81 to 1.10)(I have given sample after 14 days of exposure) Symptoms: no symptoms just have tincking sensation and frequent urination and swollen lymph nodes of groin area , redness in urethra But my Dr. Said it's bacteria

...

261 Views v

Get your self examined by a nearby specialist. ...  Read More

Does equivocal results (IgM) of genital herpes means it will be postive in future ? I hv given sample after 14-15 days of exposure!! Pls don't write consult I am already consulting a dr. In pratico !! I need ans.

160 Views v

No ...  Read More

My genital herpes reports are equivocal - 0.8 ?(IgM) Does it mean I have genital herpes ??? Equivocal values liks to 0.8-1.1 (report's are not postive)

126 Views v

Had sexual exposure in past ?? ...  Read More

I have been diagnosed with Genital Herpes and have learnt that the Vaccines are also available for it..but where can we get the Vaccine / immunization centres ??? Also there is free treatment for Herpes patients by government of India where we can avail these facilities???

109 Views v

Consult online or meet in person. ...  Read More

My inside skin of genital is quite red since last one year & tingling painting sensation in it.i am taking Cal acyclovir 1000 my.from last 7 days & applying acyclovir cream on that area but didn't get relief by these medicines. I have the same problem from last 7 years.But not resolved yet.i tried all types of medicines.

128 Views v

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Related Topics:

Genital herpes treatment Changes of contracting herpes without an outbreak Genital herpes in men
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
Get unlimited online consultations
Need an expert advice on Sexual Health?

Need an expert advice on Sexual Health?

Consult with a sexologist online

  • Private & confidential
  • 5-min response
  • Free follow-ups
Consult with a sexologist
Online now

The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.

Recently Asked Questions

Burning of genital herpes

 175 Views
Namaste🙏 Will penile urethra burning exists forever due to genital herpes even if there is no act ... Read More

Recurrent genital herpes

 299 Views
Hello sir/madam I first experienced genital herpes outbreak in December 2020. I tried acyclovir for 7 day ... Read More

Genital herpes

 685 Views
I have test hsv 0.85 igg and I was having some redness in genital area and itching with tingling pains at ... Read More

Repeated herpes outbreaks

 74 Views
Hi, One of my family member is suffering from repeated herpes outbreaks around her mouth. She is taking Z ... Read More

Genital herpes

 375 Views
I have been taking medication for genital herpes since last month but I am concerned how I got it because ... Read More