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I was just diagnosed with genital herpes and my outbreak just cleared up and i finished treatment. is it possible to have another outbreak already?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Genital Herpes: Yes. Unfortunately recurrent herpes outbreaks, while not common are possible. You may need to go on a daily treatment of the herpes medication for several months to try to break the cycle of rapid and frequent breakouts.

Answered 11/8/2014

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