Thanks for your detailed helpful information (like useless expensive drugs). I get cold sores (herpes simplex) on the lips and buttocks, which seem to be nipped in the bud by Trilex capsules with L-lysine. I also use L-lysine ointments. Recently I was shocked to get shingles (herpes zoster) and am taking 1000 mg L-lysine morning and evening (large pill dissolved for several hours in fruit juice). The night I forgot the L-lysine, my pain happened to be much worse, so I'm keeping on with it, and have had no noticeable side effects. Thanks to everyone for the great support.
I've had HSV 2 for the last 10 years. After the first year, I hardly ever had an outbreak (2-3 x a year). They were very mild. I wasn't even getting the blisters. It would sting for s couple of days in a tiny area like a papercut. I've recently started having outbreaks to the point where they are ALWAYS there. Just when I start to get relief, there it is, another patch of blisters. Blisters! Lots of them. I'm so beside myself. I've taken Valtrex, acyclovir, valcyclovir, and I just started famciclovir today.
What is going on with me? Why after 10 years has my herpes taken over my genital region?
I've started the lysine today, as well. I'm not sure how much to take? Help me, please.
I'm not sure if this has been stated here, but I wanted to say that tho it isn't for everyday use, if you DO get an outbreak on your lip or even genital, something that will almost immediately help is to brew a VERY strong cup of black tea and either use the tea bag or soak a paper towel in the tea and place it on the spot. The tannins will actually help the sores stop hurting and will dry them up. Can be done several times a day.
Link about Lemon Balm and Herpes:
http://www.livestrong.com/article/105847-use-lemon-balm-herpes/
Link for Lemon Balm to buy online:
http://www.luckyvitamin.com/p-14265-herb-pharm-lemon-balm-1-oz?utm_source=amazonpa&utm_medium=CPC&utm_term=HerbPharm-LemonBalm-1oz.&utm_content=63379&utm_campaign=amazonpa&site=www.amazonproductads.com&mr:trackingCode=93381444-F00B-E111-AC9E-001B2163195C&mr:referralID=NA&
Also the info regarding the amount of L-lysine to take is inconsistent. It seems to range from 1,000mg - 9,000mg depending on outbreak cycle. Take on empty stomach throughout day. Eat less foods that contain L-ARGININE. Google search L-arginine and herpes and there is lots of info. Monolaurin is another immune system booster that is supposed to help. I have been taking it for a couple weeks. It doesnt seem to do anything.