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Will HSV affect my daily lifestyle or marriage?

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Published At April 22, 2017
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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I was diagnosed with HSV-1 four months back, HSV IgG was positive, and IgM was negative. I am a healthy person, and if I keep myself away from HIV, will I still have HSV outbreaks after 60 years of age? HIV is the only known immunocompromised state. Will a cold, flu, thyroid, diabetes, or any other general illness trigger HSV outbreak? Instead of Acyclovir 200 mg for five days, can I take a single dose of Famciclovir 1200 mg, when I get a sore? Will HSV affect my daily lifestyle? I am going to get married, so please help me.

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

If you are not immunosuppressed, then HSV (herpes simplex virus) outbreaks will not increase at 60 years or later. General ill health can cause an outbreak, but thyroid disorders, diabetes, flu, and cold will not cause an outbreak. Sore outbreaks at any time without any reason. For mild disease, there is no need of oral antivirals. Yes, you can take Famciclovir instead of Acyclovir. HSV will not have any effect on your regular and married life. 70 % of normal individuals have an asymptomatic HSV-1 infection. So, there is no need to worry.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

How do I avoid immunosuppressive diseases? Please name the diseases that I should avoid. How do I keep myself healthy? I am not a smoker or drink alcohol, do I need to do any lifestyle changes? I have sores in my mouth and on my arm, I am attaching the pictures. Please see both the pictures and tell me about the sore. Can I take Famciclovir 1500 mg, at the time of symptoms? Is the dose harmful?

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I have reviewed the attached photographs (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The oral cavity lesion seems to be cheek bite, while the other looks like insect bite reaction. AvoidHIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection, drugs like steroids, and others which can lower the immunity. To maintain health, eat a balanced diet and avoid extramarital sex. No need to go for lifestyle changes. Yes, you can take Famciclovir 1500 mg single dose at the time of the outbreak of herpes. It will not be harmful to you.

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