Sally23

I’m 47 and was diagnosed 7 months ago with oral and genital Hsv1. My first outbreak was horrible, mostly because of the flu-like symptoms I experienced. The sores weren’t that bad. I am on suppressive therapy bc I’ve had monthly outbreaks right around my period. I really want to go off of the valtrex but I’m afraid of having the symptoms again and an outbreak.

I have oral and genital hsv1 and was diagnosed in October 2018. I’ve had the same exact symptoms since, every month right around my period. I’ve had multiple outbreaks since and to be honest I really don’t know how many. I have had the constant itch, swollen sensation and pain. I used to get really bad prodromal symptoms but it has Improved recently. I used to have an ongoing sore throat and couldn’t get out of bed. Had the fog brain three times a week. I’ve only had one week of feeling normal down there. My doc put me on valtrex 1gm a day two months ago and I can say it has improved slightly but I’m still getting outbreaks. I’m on lysine, B complex , vitamin c and e, and zinc. I exercise regularly (5 to 6 times a week) and am in good shape. I eat well. I’ve avoided the trigger foods and have been mindful of my arginine intake. I’ve heard that the itching and tingling sensations go away after 6+months. It has improved slightly for me but hasn’t gone away completely. I’m also 47 yo and have been told that my immune system is not as strong as say a 20 yo. Maybe this is why I’m getting reoccurring outbreaks?? Not sure. This virus has really broken me down, in so many ways. On occasion, even while on valtrex, I’ll get one red bump on my chest or neck. It usually goes away or never really develops into a dull blister if I immediately apply tea tree oil on it. Hang in there. I totally empathize. I pray this this gets better for all of us.

I have HSV1 as well and I’ve been having a lot of outbreaks. I get really irritated right before my period and the irritation does not go away until I take meds. I recently changed my diet (low sodium) a lot will test bieng off meds to see how I do.

Hello from DC/MD area! I’m a 47 yo female hoping to connect with someone in the same area to form a friendship and support system. I was diagnosed in October 2018 and having a real difficult time with everything.