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How To Treat Genital Herpes With Swollen Groins And Puffy Vagina?
Hi I have genital herpes which I have only had one time 4 years ago. It seems to have come back. I Have one sore thats all on the outside of my vagina. I have very swollen groins on both sides and a puffy front of my vagina. Do I have to worry about this or is it just a side effect?
Fri, 25 Jul 2014
Thank you for query.Hope the diagnosis of herpes is right.herpes genitalis is known for recurrence.When active lesions are there then you can take oral acyclovir 200 mg 5 times a day for 5-7 days.Usually the severity and number decrease as days pass by and every recurrence.When no lesions are present to prevent recurrence acyclovir 400mg daily can be taken to prevent recurrence for a period of 6 -12 months under supervision of doctor.You can get back for any clarifications.Dr Bharatesh
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