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Treatments for Herpes Simplex

Overview

There are three drugs proven to treat genital herpes symptoms: acyclovir, sold under the brand name Zovirax, Famvir, and Valtrex. These are all taken in pill form. Formulas applied to the surface of the skin provide little benefit, and they are not recommended. Drug therapy...More »

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The herpes viral culture of lesion test, also known as the herpes simplex virus culture, is a laboratory test that is used to determine if a skin sore contains the ...  More »
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Tzanck preparation is a rapid test done to diagnose infections caused by herpesviruses. Cells are examined under a microscope for signs of infection.  More »
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The serum herpes simplex antibodies test is designed to determine whether you have been infected with the herpes simplex virus (HSV). This test does not actually ch...  More »
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A physical examination is a routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health. It is also known as a wellness check. A physical examination helps your ...  More »
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Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Type 1 and 2 Antigen Detection Test
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ACYCLOVIR (ay SYE kloe veer) is an antiviral medicine. It is used to treat or prevent infections caused by certain kinds of viruses. Examples of these infections in...  More »
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VALACYCLOVIR (val ay SYE kloe veer) is an antiviral medicine. It is used to treat or prevent infections caused by certain kinds of viruses. Examples of these infect...  More »
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famciclovir(Famvir )
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ACYCLOVIR (ay SYE kloe veer) is an antiviral medicine. It is used to treat or prevent infections caused by certain kinds of viruses. Examples of these infections in...  More »
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TRIFLURIDINE (trye FLURE i deen) is an antiviral medicine. It is used to treat eye infections caused by a virus, such as herpes infection.  More »
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PENCICLOVIR (pen SYE kloe veer) is an antiviral medicine. It is used to treat infections caused by certain kinds of viruses. Examples of these infections include co...  More »
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FOSCARNET (fos KAR net) is an antiviral medicine. It is used to treat or prevent infections caused by certain kinds of viruses. Examples of these infections include...  More »
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Chlorophyll is a chemoprotein commonly known for its contribution to the green pigmentation in plants, and is related to protoheme, the red pigment of blood. It can...  More »
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