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Hello doctor, I am suffering from hsv on my lips. This is the second time I have having it. My doc has prescribed me acyclovir (tab) 3 times a day and Orasep LA gel 2 times. On 3rd I got the sores. My doc picked off 2 scabs n next day I got new scabs. They are black in color. I want to know how long will these scabs last? And when will the whole sores will go away? Its been 5 days now. I have all black scabs on my lips now. Nothing red. Also can I use vaseline to keep scabs moisturized? Please help me.
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its a viral condition. it generally occurs due to vit. or zinc deficiancy.let me know if u get hsv after fever or any allergic condition because its generally due to vit.B complex depletion after fever. dont worry about those black scab as it will go on its own . dont try to remove it. let it dry on its own. u can apply vaseline too. it wil def. take 10 to 15 days to cure comletly or even more depending upon the severity n cause. Continue wid ur medicines
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