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How long does it take for herpes to clear up after taking the medication? and he has a out brake and i don't why is that?
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Resistance &Exposure: Like any other viral (or bacterial ) infection the host has to be susceptible to the infection and the exposure must occur in a place that harbors the infections (mucous membranes for example) Some people develop antibodies to certain infectious agents and therefore when exposed never contract it. Herpes lasts 7 to 14 days as a natural course.
Answered 10/12/2014
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