I am day 3 of Erbium YAG laser resurfacing. When i arrived at the clinic they asked me if I had taken any anti viral medication (i have a history of cold sores after needles around my mouth) and I was not aware i had to take it for laser. only for needles. I am now concerned that I may break out in cold sores and want to know if i should go to my doctor and get a prescription?
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May 25, 2018
Answer: Antiviral medications and Erbium laser skin resurfacing
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