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Should I Take Famvir Before Surgery to Prevent Genital Herpes Outbreak?

June 4, 2012
Asked By:tara1123

I have genital herpes but rarely have outbreaks. I only take famvir when there is an outbreak. I am going for a brazilian butt lift using fat transfer. Should I take famvir before and after surgery to prevent an outbreak?

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Answer: Good Idea to take Antiviral Medicine before/after Surgery to Prevent Herpes Outbreak

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Answer: Herpes infection

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Answer: Herpes infection

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