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Can i get some relife by antifungal ointment in genital herpes?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Genital Herpes: No. Genital herpes can be itchy or painful. Anti-fungal medication would not treat either. You would be better off with Benadryl (diphenhydramine) or other anti-itch lotion or cream.

Dr Rickertsen agreed

Answered 6/24/2014

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