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Dentist said i have secondary herpes simplex infection, what to do?

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Dr. John Van der Werff answered

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Depends: If it is treated early, an anti viral medication can help, otherwise you may have to allow it to heal by itself. Systemic medications tend to work better than topicals.

Dr Gallia agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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