2011年10月30日 · Of course as with anything you put on the skin, test it somewhere else beforehand. For those who are saying no you can't because HSV-2 causes genital herpes and HSV-1 causes cold sores, they are not 100% correct (based on old information). While most cases of oral herpes is HSV-1, it's possible for them to be caused by HSV-2.

2012年4月5日 · Abreva is not actually indicated for the treatment of genital herpes. Abreva (docosanol topical) is an antiviral medication used to treat cold sore infections caused by the herpes simplex virus. Docosanol shortens the healing time and the length of time symptoms are present. Docosanol topical is used to treat cold sores on the face and lips.

2016年5月1日 · Abreva for Herpes Simplex (HSV) User Reviews. Abreva has an average rating of 4.5 out of 10 from a total of 407 reviews for the treatment of Herpes Simplex (HSV). 36% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 56% reported a negative experience.

2014年12月31日 · Walk in clinics can swab sores...usually u need them swabbed within 48 hours of appearing to get best results. Blood tests can also type h. Make sure they swab the sores for herpes. Herpes doesn't cause a uti....but a uti can accompany herpes...type 1 or type 2 herpes have same affects.

2024年4月8日 · Herpes simplex is a viral infection that may cause cold sores around the mouth (oral herpes) or genital herpes. It is caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) or type 2 (HSV-2), and spread through contact with herpes lesions, mucosal or genital secretions, or oral secretions. Both HSV-1 and HSV-2 can be passed from normal-looking skin.

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2016年6月18日 · Is abreva ok to use for genital herpes? Updated 8 April 2012 1 answer. Cold sores vs. herpes: Are they the ...

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Abreva may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Prescription only Acyclovir is an antiviral drug that treats infections caused by HSV-1, HSV-2, and varicella-zoster viruses such as chickenpox, genital herpes, and shingles.

2024年12月9日 · Docosanol topical dosing information. Usual Adult Dose for Herpes Simplex: Apply to affected area on face or lips 5 times a day beginning at the first sign of cold sore or fever blister (i.e., tingling)