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How can outbreaks of herpes in pregnant woman be prevented just prior to delivery?
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∙ 13y ago
Although there is no cure for genital herpes, outbreaks just prior to delivery may be prevented by acyclovir (Zovirax), famciclovir (Famvir), or valacyclover (Valtrex).
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Is herpes more of a rash or bumps?
Herpes outbreaks start as a reddened area of skin. Then blisters arise, which then become sores.
How do you treat herpes?
There is no cure. Antiviral medications can shorten the outbreaks and reduce their frequency.
What is untreatable STD causing periodic outbreaks of blisters?
This is herpes infection. It is caused by a herpes simplex virus (HSV). Oral herpes causes cold sores around the mouth or face.
Why do you get cold all the time?
herpes. an increased amount of vitamin c can decrease the frequency of outbreaks.
Can you get a cold sore on your lip from when you touched an open boil?
No. Boils are caused by puss forming bacteria. Cols sores are recurrent outbreaks of a herpes virus (usually herpes simplex I).
Is acyclovir an antibiotic?
Acyclovir is an antiviral medication, NOT an antibiotic. It is usedfor the treatment of herpes—as in cold sores, genital herpes, shingles, and chicken pox. It is also used to pevent outbreaks.
Can you have herpes outbreaks in the tailbone area?
Yes. It is usually seen around the genital region and other tissues nearby.
What is the prognosis for cold sores?
Oral herpes can be painful and embarrassing but, it is not a serious infection. There is no cure for oral herpes, but outbreaks usually occur less frequently after age 35.The spread of the herpes virus to the eyes.can infect the cells in the cornea.
Can a baby be born with herpes?
If you have herpes 3 months prior to getting pregnant, you body has developed antibodies and it is less likely that you would pass it to the fetus. If you get infected while pregnant you could pass it to the fetus. It is important if you have herpes that you let your doctor know. Herpes is typically transferred to the baby during labor through the birth canal. If you have an outbreak during labor they will do a C-Section.
Do you need to take medication if you have herpes?
No, taking medication is optional when you have herpes. Patients may choose to take medication to help with the discomfort of outbreaks and shorten their duration. They may also take medication daily to reduce the number of outbreaks and the possibility of transmitting the infection to partners.
If you have hurpes can you still get pregnant?
Absolutely YES! Genital herpes may be passed from one person to another through close physical contact. This means sex and practically anything else that can lead to sex. This includes kissing, oral sex, anal sex, etcetera. Genital herpes does not keep you from getting pregnant. In fact, if you or your partner have genital herpes you should see a doctor immediately. The doctor can show you how to use safer birth control so you don't pass the herpes virus to each other (or anyone else) and do his/her best to make sure you don't get pregnant. Babies born to mothers with Herpes generally contract herpes when they are born from the vagina. Many times, women with genital herpes are forced to have a caesarean delivery (when they cut her tummy open and get the baby out) just to protect the baby from getting Herpes. This is VERY SERIOUS! See a doctor and learn what to do to protect yourself and your partner and NOT get pregnant until you learn more.
Where was the last known outbreak of herpes?
There are outbreaks of herpes every day all over the world. Each year, nearly 24 million people are infected with the herpes simplex type 2 virus. In 2013 there was a massive outbreak of herpes simplex 1 at the Coachella music festival in Indio, California.
