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Can a herpetic whitlow on the finger come back or is it one time occurrence?
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Recurs: Unfortunately, herpes simplex virus can hide in the nerve cells of the body until reactivated by things like emotional or physical stress, temperature changes, illness, and localized trauma to the area. It can also be extremely contagious to other areas on your body and to other people. You may want to see a Dr at the first sign of reactivation to receive a prescription for Valtrex.
Answered 9/8/2020
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