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Herpes
Asked by B.L. from Missoula
on June 29, 2010
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I have a friend who just found out she has herpes. She is devastated and is not handling it very well. She seems to think that there is a natural cure out there somewh...
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- There are natural things you can do to prevent viral shedding. Getting the right amount of rest, eating lysine rich foods (which you get mostly from meat), and managin...
- There is not a natural cure by it can be controlled by medicines such as valtrex. I have a girlfriend who has had it for years and this seems to minimize her breakouts...
- I doubt it. I think she needs to see her M.D. or gynecologist as soon as possible. They can explain what options there are. (I am assuming this is not shingles or c...
Herpes
Asked by M.S. from Boston
on June 13, 2008
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My nanny just found out that has genital herpes. Is this something I need to be concern? My kinds are in diapers and being potty trained in the toilet.
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- You don't mention what type of herpes. The virus strains are usually very site specific and is more likely to affect those with a weakened immune system. Type 1 is y...
- Herpes is direct contact with the open sore to catch it just like a cold sore. It is in the same family as cold sores, chickenpox, and shingles. if it will make you f...
- on her lips or vagina? obviously if it vaginal, you dont need to worry...on her lips, im sure shes aware not to kiss the babies if she has a cold sore. 1 out of 4 amer...
Wanting Vaginal Birth but Have Genital Herpes
Asked by T.D. from Sacramento
on May 23, 2009
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I have genital herpes and I want to make the best decision for my baby. This is my first pregnancy. My dr said as long as I don't have any symptoms I can deliver vag...
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- You can take Acyclovir before hand and durinf the delivery time and it should be totally fine to have a vaginal birth, unless you have an ourbreak.
- I agree with Stephany and Cherie. BEST OF LUCK! <3
- Hi T. - Like so many others have written, you can relax. Focus on preparing for the birth of your child, vaginally. A vaginal birth is enough to prepare for; I enco...
Seeking Answers from Mm with Herpes
Asked by D.C. from New York
on March 18, 2012
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hi, i recently find out that i have herpes my daughter is five i never had any break out on my vaginal, but i had noticed bumps on the top part of my buttocks before i...
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- From what I understand. If you don't have an outbreak, its ok to deliver vaginally. Herpes can be deadly for infants, so if your daughter's 5, she's most likely just f...
- i feel like thats something the doctors wouldve known by now.. i mean its definatley a possibility if its somethign u had before u had her .. id definatley take her to...
- This is a medical question best answered by your doctor. It is my opinion based on reading and experience that if your daughter did not contract herpes at the time of...
HEELPPP! Herpes Issue, How Do I Overcome This?
Asked by C.L. from San Francisco
on March 2, 2011
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i just got diagnosed with herpes today, because im having an outbreak. i know i got it from my boyfriend becasue he does get cold sores, but we had never thought anyth...
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- First of all, you are not alone. I got herpes from my now-husband the same way (if I am understanding you correctly), so it does happen that way. (EDITING FOR CL...
- Super Lysine Plus - is a great immune helper for the virus that causes this. Good luck with everything
- I recommend you talk to your doctor about a prescription, and then you also talk to a naturopath because there are many natural remedies out there than can help or hin...
HSV 2 During Pregnancy, AKA "Herpes"
Asked by S.J. from Dallas
on January 5, 2010
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Have any of you had successful pregnancies while living with the awful herpes virus? I am currently 17 weeks and have a history of the herpes, type 2 virus. I am conce...
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- I am so impressed with these women being sooo honest about living with HSV. I have also had 2 babies with no problems at all and I did have outbreaks during pregnancy...
- I have had two successful pregnancies with no problems. If you have an outbreak at the time of your delivery, then they will most likely recommend that you have a c-se...
- I believe the supplement L-Lysine is supposed to curb outbreaks. Check into that to see if it is safe. ~A.
Herpes Outbreak During Early Pregancy - How Dangerous Is It for the Baby?
Asked by P.G. from New York
on May 9, 2010
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I have an outbreak of genital herpes and I'm in my first trimester (about 4-5 weeks) of pregnancy. They say it's the most dangerous if you catch the virus during pregn...
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- Hi! I am a RN who works the post partum/well baby nursery floor at the hospital. I beleive it's only a problem when you deliver. If you have active lesions at the tim...
- I also believe herpes is only a problem at the time of delivery; I've never heard it was a problem to have an outbreak at other times. Unless you have an outbreak at...
- From what I understand, if it is your first outbreak then it could be dangerous. It sounds like that isn't the case with you and I wouldn't worry. I had some small ...
Advice for Potential Marriage w/STD (Genital Herpes)
Asked by L.R. from Austin
on March 31, 2008
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I'm asking for advice concerning my 19 1/2 y.o. son. He is very serious about a girl (she's 1 1/2 years older) and believes she is "the one". This is is first seriou...
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- Well as a sufferer myself and my spouse of 20 yrs is clean. There are meds that she can take to prevent an outbreak and protect her spouse. 1 daily 500mg. Valtrex has ...
- Your son is obviously not ready to get married to this woman since he has no problem putting her personal business out. She shared this with him, not you. You are but...
- Well first off let me say you have a wonderful son!!!b/c it takes a strong person to be able to deal with someone with any type of condition.. Thats like starting a re...
Pregnancy/valtrex/birth Outcomes for Mothers with Herpes
Asked by P.L. from Provo
on April 22, 2011
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i am 28 weeks pregnant and my doctor prescribed me suppresive therapy of 500 MG twice a day which equals 1000 mg (Valacyclovir) per day. I havent taken it yet, because...
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- I took valtrex during my pregnancy for about a week I believe, I got bells palsy due to a cold sore and weak immune system due to pregnancy. My daughter was born heal...
- I took it during my first pregnancy. Ended up having a c-section. "Baby" is seven now and fine. Didn't take it during my second pregnancy because the delivery was a pl...
- I took it most of the pregnancy. I was fine. The babies were fine. No problems. It was a non-issue.
Pregnancy
Asked by J.F. from San Francisco
on February 11, 2010
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Will my baby get infected with the herpes virus if i'm infected with it?
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- You definitely need to discuss this with your doctor so proper precautions can be taken. Having an outbreak during your pregnancy shouldn't harm your baby, but it depe...
- definetly make your doctor aware because a vaginal birth could transmit it to the child. the doctor would know more. im sure there is different outcomes if you are hav...
- I have had 2 kids no zovirex no problems. My first dr wanted me to go it for the last month I know my outbreaks are rare did not want to put baby on those drugs. No pr...
