... during my pregnancy? I was classified type 2 genital herpes. I'm in the process of getting medi-cal so I can insurance and talk to a doctor. I know that it can be harmful to the baby to take over the counter medications. But If I stop taking my medication it severly increases my chances of having an outbreak which I believe will be just as harmful. Any advice!!! Please!
I am 26 and pregnant I use acyclovir medication oral to suppress genital herpes? Is it safe to use?
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- 19 Aug 2011 by jaclyn94610
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- herpes simplex encephalitis, herpes simplex -- suppression, herpes zoster, acyclovir, pregnancy, doctor, insurance, medication
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DzooBaby19 Aug 2011
When taking meds during pregnancy there is a thing called risk to benefit ratio. If a benefit is greater than the risk to mother or babies health, the drug is given. This may be one of those times but you do need to consult with an OB-GYN about it as soon as you can. Herpes can indeed be detrimental to a baby especially during vaginal deliveries. Many women who have genital herpes are delivered by c-section though to minimalize risk of exposure to the infant. As soon as possible you need to talk to an OB doc even if you may need to pay for the first visit upfront until your insurance can kick in.
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