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Herpes outbreak

2018-01-15 16:31:35
Hi i have herpes outbreak on my bum cheek, i have applied zovirax acyclovir ointment. Should I be taking acyclovir tablet as well? Please advise
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You need to show gynecologist and dermatologist. Please get it che les. Do not self medicate. You need to be examined. Depending on the extent of the lesions we can decide on the dosage of oral acyclovir

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