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A member asked:

Ive had a herpes out break for 2 weeks. it is inside and outside of my vagina. i cannot afford lidocaine, looking for something to help so i can urine?

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Not lidocaine: you will need anti-viral medication ( acyclovir or Valtrex). Lidocaine may numb the area, but you will need aggressive anti-viral therapy now- please go to your local Health Dept. clinic.

Dr Machanic and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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