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I got diagnosed with herpes and i was a outbreak so i'm wondering when i use the restroom so i need to wipe myself or pat it dry?
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Whichever is most comfortable; it makes no difference in healing. Hope you're feeling better soon; and also hope you're on appropriate treatment with acyclovir or valacyclovir. Also, make sure the lab has determined whether you are infected with HSV type 1 or 2. It makes a big difference expected frequency of outbreaks, likelihood of transmission to sex partners, and (therefore) ongoing treatment.
Answered 1/29/2023
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