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Herpes outbreak Report

Herpes is a very common infection. It is caused by two different but closely related viruses. The viruses are herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). Both are easy to catch. They remain in the body for life and can produce symptoms that come and go.


What we've learned from patients who report Herpes outbreak

Symptom severities

Severe
6
Moderate
18
Mild
41
None
480

What patients report taking for the purpose of treating Herpes outbreak

What patients report taking for the purpose of treating Herpes outbreak
Reason # Patients Percentage of patients
Acyclovir 8   Acyclovir: 12%
Valacyclovir 5   Valacyclovir: 8%
Valtrex 4   Valtrex: 6%
Zovirax 1   Zovirax: 2%
Lysine 1   Lysine: 2%
Famvir 1   Famvir: 2%
Zovirax Topical 1   Zovirax Topical: 2%

Report created on May 25, 2012.