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Can my healing time from a massive surgery be affected if i have genital herpes?
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No: You may be at risk for an attack of herpes. You can take valacyclovir 1 gram ( 1 pill) daily beginning a week before surgery and continuing at least a week after to prevent a recurrence at that time. It carries no risks or side effects.
Answered 6/29/2013
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