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I have these little bumps beside my mouth. they gave me treatment for genital herpes. how does that work? it's called zovirax (acyclovir)

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Dr. Mike Siroky answered

Herpes: Herpes is a virus that can affect the genitals, anus, mouth or other mucosal areas. Acyclovir is an antiviral agent that shortens the time of infection.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/6/2015

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A member asked:

I have these little bumps beside my mouth. they gave me treatment for genital herpes. how does that work? it's called zovirax (acyclovir)

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mike Siroky answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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