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What can heal a herpes outbreak?
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Time: And if used early in the outbreak, oral antivirals can help.
Answered 4/24/2019
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Antiviral agents: Like Valtrex (valacyclovir) or zovirax. They can prevent the attack from occurring if you take them immediately when symptoms begin. They may also be useful at shortening the duration of the attack once started.
Answered 2/18/2015
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