Advice needed 37 weeks pregnant

knottiebcf46e7161d00f18

Hi all! I need advice. My OB prescribed me Valtrex because 4 years ago I had a HSV1 outbreak due to oral sex. It was mortifying and embarrassing. I have not had an outbreak since 2019 and had only taken Valtrex that one time to clear the infection. It made me extremely sick and anxious. I was told I can refuse the valtrex but if during labor and delivery I have an outbreak I will have to have a c section which I definitely don’t want. What are the chances I have an outbreak during labor and delivery?? I’m losing sleep over this. I am
already 3cm dilated and hoping my baby comes soon. I hate the way this medicine makes me feel but I am so scared of having to have a c section if I happen to for some reason have an outbreak. Any advice is appreciated thank you.

monkey_mcfee

I’ve not had this experience, but I would trust your doctor and ask for advice. They can probably give you an idea of how likely an outbreak is as well. Then you can decide from there. 

betsbirdy

My step sister has this and her doctor never gives her an option even. I don't know the severity of her outbreaks, but I know she schedules the cesarean every time. I would be hopeful your doc has even given you a choice in the matter. That probably means you'll be able to do it naturally. Ultimately you don't want to pass it to babe. I agree a c-section sounds awful, but if it's for a clean bill of health, worth it. Guided meditations can help calm you before labor and help you get a good night of sleep. Tons of them on YouTube. 3CM! Things are happening!!!!