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37.5 weeks pregnant with 1 small recurrent herpes lesion (almost disappeared). now on valtrex (valacyclovir).. how long until i can safely give birth vaginally?
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Unknown: Most obstetricians would recommend a cesarian section for anyone with genital herpes who has an outbreak in the third trimester, as a precaution against transmitting it to your child.
Answered 3/1/2013
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