Treatment for herpes primarily focuses on managing symptoms and reducing outbreaks. While there’s no cure, antiviral medications like acyclovir, valacyclovir, and famciclovir can help:
Antiviral Medications: These reduce the severity and duration of outbreaks, and can also be taken daily to suppress the virus and prevent recurrence.
Topical Creams: Over-the-counter creams may help alleviate discomfort, especially during an outbreak.
Pain Relief: Over-the-counter pain relievers (e.g., ibuprofen) can help manage pain or discomfort from sores.
Lifestyle Modifications: Stress management, healthy diet, and avoiding triggers can help reduce the frequency of outbreaks.