Topical application of zinc-solutions: a new treatment for herpes simplex infections of the skin?
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Topical application of zinc-solutions: a new treatment for herpes simplex infections of the skin?
Acta Derm Venereol.
1980.
Abstract
Eighteen patients experiencing 22 episodes of recurrent herpes simplex skin infections were treated with topical applications of a solution containing 4% zinc sulphate in water. In all patients, pain, tingling and burning stopped completely within the first 24 hours of zinc therapy. Crusting occurred within 1-3 days and no adverse effects were observed.
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