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How Long Does Recovery Take From Viral Infection?
Question: I went to the Dr Friday night with two yellow shots very behind my tongue. The Dr said it was a viral infection and gave me acyclovir. I had had the sore two days before. I was in so much pain but she also gave me lidocaine and it has helped. How long am I contagious and about how long does it take to go away.
Brief Answer:
You should be well within a week. contagious for up to three weeks
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for the query
Viral infections as such should fade out normally within a week.
With regards to how long you could be contagious , this could even go up to two to three weeks after treatment.
Thanks and kind regards
DR Bain
You should be well within a week. contagious for up to three weeks
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for the query
Viral infections as such should fade out normally within a week.
With regards to how long you could be contagious , this could even go up to two to three weeks after treatment.
Thanks and kind regards
DR Bain
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