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Suggest Treatment For Painful Rashes On The Chin

yes i had surgery last week, I ve developed a painful rash on my chin that is raised with fissures. the doctor said it looks herpetic and told me to use apbreva. I know have ear pain on the same side as the rash, saw well as a gross taste in my mouth. should i be concerned??
Mon, 7 Jan 2019
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Hello,

Yes, you should be concerned & have lab tests done to detect the severity of the disease & spread. Get swab & herpes blood tests (HerpeSelect ELISA) done.

Medications like Acyclovir, Famcyclovir are effective.

Herpes infection is indicative of weak immune system. If treatment is neglected it may spread to the nerves causing neuralgia that may cause facial herpes or spread causing Otalgia in the middle, inner or external ear.

Avoid multiple sexual partners. Always have protected sex. Avoid sex till you are being treated. Do not share your used items with others, avoid direct physical contact, kissing, oral sex & take care of your hygiene.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K,
General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Painful Rashes On The Chin

Hello, Yes, you should be concerned & have lab tests done to detect the severity of the disease & spread. Get swab & herpes blood tests (HerpeSelect ELISA) done. Medications like Acyclovir, Famcyclovir are effective. Herpes infection is indicative of weak immune system. If treatment is neglected it may spread to the nerves causing neuralgia that may cause facial herpes or spread causing Otalgia in the middle, inner or external ear. Avoid multiple sexual partners. Always have protected sex. Avoid sex till you are being treated. Do not share your used items with others, avoid direct physical contact, kissing, oral sex & take care of your hygiene. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician