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Can Acyclovir reduce the risk of infection after exposure

Can Acyclovir reduce the risk of infection after exposure

I recently (1day ago) received oral sex from (and kissed) a girl with a cold sore on her lip. I have never had cold sores myself or any other herpes symptoms. Can I reduce the risk of infection by starting a course of acyclovir right now? How long should I take it for? Appreciate your help.
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at this point you need to see your provider and discuss this. I also recommend getting a baseline herpes igg blood test to see if you even have to be worried about contracting hsv1.

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