Valtrex question

jlk2424

So unfortunately year ago, about 13 to be exact, I unknowingly contracted HSV1 on my genitals.  I learned about a week later that I had it and was stunned.  Emotionally it was heartbreaking.  I had an initial outbreak and then nothing for about 10 yrs.  I have had two mild outbreaks since then, but nothing for about 2 years now.  My Dr. says that I need to go on valtrex as a suprressive therapy.  I was just wondering if anyone else was on this or had some issues.  I know it is neccessary in order to have a vaginal delivery bc  HSV! can be harmful to a baby, even fatal if born and you have an outbreak. I am just worried about the meds.  Everything I looked up said it was fine to take during the third trimester, just don't like to take meds.  Anyone else going through this? 

35 weeks and 3 days!!!

nk1220

Not going through this, but I'm not sure why you are even questioning it if you have read that it is safe, and your doc says it's a must for a vaginal delivery? If it's going to potentially save your baby's life, is it even a question? I wouldn't be worried about the meds as much as I would be about potentially passing this onto my baby.--the meds are safe!!!  Take them or opt for a c-section because you don't want them.

choppinbroccoli22

At least your doctor isn't saying, "welp, we need to do a c-section." This is the modern option. I'd take it.

shipsshoessealingwax

nk1220:

If it's going to potentially save your baby's life, is it even a question?

This!! Take the freaking meds to protect your child. Even if you are planning on a c/s I would take them just in case baby comes early.

lauraliz24

Valtrex is safe and can prevent you from giving your baby herpes.  End of story.

jlk2424

Thanks ladies.  I wasn't questioning whether to save my baby, just was asking if anyone was on such a high dose.  I would do anything for my child, but just wanted to make sure it was safe first. I have an appt on monday and will be checking in with her.  It is just nerve racking sometimes because you never know what some meds will do, and I hate the idea of toxic substances going to my baby, but agree that if it is best for my child I will do it.  Just was wondering if there were other ladies on it or not.  Thanks!!!

 

LadyMadrid08

I don't have genital herpes, but oral herpes and when I have a breakout I was told valtrex is fine to take while pregnant.  I hadn't had a breakout for years before DD was born, but since I have had two breakouts and want to protect her from that (plus it being on my lip makes keeping it away from her a bit difficult).  If I had genital herpes I wouldn't hesitate to take valtrex in order to have a safe vaginal delivery. 

You do what you gotta do!