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I have a lot of fever blisters in my nose and a headache from them. i'm scared of developing herpes encephalitis. is it rare?

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

Yes, but have you: had a doctor determine that it is Herpes Simplex 1 ? If not, do so & discuss taking Valtrex (valacyclovir) to lessen symptoms of intranasal herpes. The incidence of Herpes Simplex 1 Encephalitis in adults in the U.S. is 2/million.

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Answered 12/6/2015

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A member asked:

I have a lot of fever blisters in my nose and a headache from them. i'm scared of developing herpes encephalitis. is it rare?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Dr Dosanjh and 2 doctors agreed

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