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What's the best treatment for herpes virus 1?
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Antiviral agents: Standard treatment of herpes type one virus infection consists of antiviral oral medications like zovirax or Valtrex (valacyclovir) and applications of zovirax cream to the lesions.
Answered 2/18/2015
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Mostly heals by self: 29 year old female want to know best treatment for Herpes Virus 1. HPV1 has no cure but usually heals without treatment. It appears as cold sore on the lips or facial area. The aim of treatment is usually to decrease the symptoms/ duration of pain, itching, burning or tingling. There are several anti-viral medications available but it is best to have ones doctor check out the infection first.
Answered 1/30/2015
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