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Suffering from herpes
My mother is suffering from herpes can she get rid of it . Please suggest some treatment or medicine. she suffer alot due to herpes... Itching, skin burning, pain etc.
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This could be herpes zoster. It is treated with oral antiviral medicines. Herpes infection is a life long infection. When the immunity is down or there is stress it manifests itself.
Next Steps
consult a dermatologist for detail prescription.
Health Tips
avoid bursting to lesions.
avoid sharing of soap, towel and personal hygiene products.
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Hi. She is having Herpes zoster. It can present with rash like this along with pain along the dermatome
Which needs to be treated with antivirals and analgesics.
Next Steps
Consult a dermatologist online or near you for the medicines.
Health Tips
Avoid scratching.
Keep the area covered.
Keep a separate towel and soap.
Keep away from children in house.
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