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How long can a first herpes out break last ? it has been 7days since the bumps appeared , how much longer will i suffer?

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Dr. Brad Douglas answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

See below: This can last weeks to months in some of the patients I have seen you will need a prescription to possibly two medications.

Answered 10/4/2016

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