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Herpes zoster

2021-06-10 09:46:36
I was diagnosed with herpes zoster and was prescribed valvicir 1000 (three times during day) for one week..and calosoft Af lotion. Whether I am required to continue the said medicine or its dose is over? Herpes zoster was in my under arm, now it is okay...healing as well as now it has turned black from red......no pain or burning sensation... Please suggest...
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Answered2021-06-10 10:31:13

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