Question 1

are antifungal creams good on herpes sore?

Accepted Answer

Herpes simplex: These creams will not treat the herpes or speed up the healing process, but perhaps by covering the ulcers they will be less tender.  Do not use topical Acyclovir as there is evidence that this may promote development of resistance of the virus.

Question 2

i had very painful lesions around my vagina last year. i went to the doctor and she said mycosis and gave me antifungal cream. but i got similar symptoms today although not nearly as painful, just a group of itchy yellowish bumps. yeast or herpes?

Accepted Answer

Probable herpes: Herpes sounds likely. It could be a yeast infection, but for sure you should be tested for herpes, and probably also treated. The anti-HSV drugs are harnless and therefore should be liberally used when herpes is possible, even if not proved. Good luck!

Question 3

i have had a fever blister for 2 months will not  go away! i have had 2 rounds of valtrex, alcivior now taking topical ointment, not sure why he prescribed one for  antifungus nitrate cream, also i have type 1 herpes. and have used countless over the coun

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I : I would question whether this is a fever blister given that it has been present for 2 months. Perhaps it is a condition called perleche?  I would recommend you see a dermatologist who can examine the area, possible perform a bacterial or viral culture, and give a recommendation.  I hope that helps.

Question 4

can i use hemorroid cream on my herpes outbreak?

Accepted Answer

Herpes treatment: Herpes outbreaks respond best to aciclovir and similar medicines, but these are usually only prescribed for severe or frequent flares. Although haemorrhoid cream is unlikely to cause harm , it's not very likely to help. A simple emollient may relieve discomfort and help healing

Question 5

what is the best creams for herpes?

Accepted Answer

Pills better: Antiviral pills work better than cream. On average, pills help you heal faster by 2 days. Antiviral creams may help you heal faster by 1 day [although Acyclovir cream doesn't help at all]. Using steroid creams while you are taking antiviral pills may help you heal faster.

Question 6

are there certain creams that prevent an outbreak of herpes?

Accepted Answer

Pills do, not creams: Cold sores are caused by herpes viruses which reside inside your body/nerve. The currently available creams/topicals can only treat, not preventing it. There are few pills you can take to suppress the frequency/severity of these outbreaks. Unfortunately, there is no cure yet. If you have frequent recurrences, consult doc for eval and treatment. Good luck.

Question 7

what medicines and creams should i take for herpes zoster? are there some solutions or creams to ease the pain? what else can i do to ease the pain?

Accepted Answer

Herpes zoster: Creams are totally useless despite the claims they make in advertizements.  Valacyclovir is my go-to medicine for Herpes zoster.  The dose is 1gram three times a day for the duration of the outbreak.  If the outbreaks are occurring with increasing frequency..prophylactic use of one gram a day can be instituted by your physician.

Question 8

what cream should be used for herpes simplex?

Accepted Answer

Zovirax (acyclovir): You can use zovirax (acyclovir) cream for hsv but oral antivirals are more effective.

Question 9

thank you  doc. oscar norvic. but what's the name of the cream for the herpes siimplex 1 thank you?

Accepted Answer

Acyclovir: Acyclovir ointment or cream can help with a hsv-1 outbreak. It will not cure you of hsv-1 (nothing will), but it can help with the severity and length of the outbreak.

Question 10

is this ghsv1? what else can cause these symptoms? i was given hydrocortizone cream but it did nothing. thank you for your help! i've been to three doctors and they all refuse to acknowledge or even consider herpes. they say it's just sore and that it wil

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A : A viral culture of the lesion may yield hsv. Also, since it has been about 4 weeks since your post, you can check your antibody levels. Check both igm and igg for hsv-1 and hsv-2. This will document exposure. Repeated testing showing a falling igm and rising igg would implicate a recent hsv infection. Herpes will often cause a residual neuralgia (nerve paid) long after the lesion has healed.

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Are antifungal creams good on herpes sore?

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I had very painful lesions around my vagina last year. i went to the doctor and she said mycosis and gave me antifungal cream. but i got similar symptoms today although not nearly as painful, just a group of itchy yellowish bumps. yeast or herpes?

A member asked:

I have had a fever blister for 2 months will not go away! i have had 2 rounds of valtrex, alcivior now taking topical ointment, not sure why he prescribed one for antifungus nitrate cream, also i have type 1 herpes. and have used countless over the coun

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Can i use hemorroid cream on my herpes outbreak?

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What is the best creams for herpes?

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Are there certain creams that prevent an outbreak of herpes?

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What medicines and creams should i take for herpes zoster? are there some solutions or creams to ease the pain? what else can i do to ease the pain?

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What cream should be used for herpes simplex?

A member asked:

Thank you doc. oscar norvic. but what's the name of the cream for the herpes siimplex 1 thank you?

A member asked:

Is this ghsv1? what else can cause these symptoms? i was given hydrocortizone cream but it did nothing. thank you for your help! i've been to three doctors and they all refuse to acknowledge or even consider herpes. they say it's just sore and that it wil

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