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Pregnant with herpes. having really bad outbreaks. taking two valtrex (valacyclovir) a day and its not helping! what can i do?

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Pregnancy Herpes: Please speak to your obstetrician about pregnancy/delivery plans if having bad herpes outbreaks while on valtrex (valacyclovir).

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Answered 7/18/2013

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