Seriously you have no idea how much your words mean and sorry for all these questions. Should I take lysine now or after my outbreak ? I am not positive for H yet but the doctor already gave me Valacyclolovir Hcl 500mg . Should I take lysine now or after the Outbreak . Is there any cream for the itch I read a lot epson salt and water but anything else. I also ready coconut is good ??