A patient recently diagnosed with herpes simplex II asks how to best manage the lesions. What information should be given to the patient?

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Gentle soap and water can be used to clean the lesions. It is not recommended to restrict the use of soap as good hygiene is important for preventing infection. A solution of rubbing alcohol and water may be too harsh and cause further irritation. Wearing nylon panties may not necessarily reduce discomfort and synthetics may exacerbate irritation.

A Patient Recently Diagnosed with Herpes Simplex II Asks How