A member asked:

Can someone that is talking medicine for the shingles have a lower risk catching hsv1?

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Dr. Bahman Omrani answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Yes: The antiviral medication used for treatment of shingles is the same as the one used for hsv1 & 2. This medication may lower the risk of contracting hsv while it is being taken. Risk reduction does not mean you cannot get it and do not count on it; its still possible to contract it.

Answered 1/15/2015

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