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Herpes labialis – Our doctor’s opinion
As part of its quality approach, Passeportsanté.net invites you to discover the opinion of a health professional. Dr Dominic Larose, emergency physician, gives you his opinion on theherpes lip :
The majority of affected people do not see a doctor. Those who consult me for this reason are often people who have frequent reactivations. In these cases, it is good to follow the advice described in this sheet: discover the triggers, limit stress, strengthen your immune system. Usually I prescribe a 24 hour antiviral treatment, which the person will obtain in advance. This is the only way she can act in time when the next cold sore attack occurs. I also tell patients that time is on their side. In fact, as a general rule, the recurrences and the intensity of the symptoms tend to decrease over time.
Dr Dominic Larose, M.D. |