Preventative strategies are particularly important for individuals experiencing recurrent outbreaks: Identify and minimise personal triggers (stress management, adequate sleep, sun protection) Consider suppressive antiviral therapy if outbreaks occur frequently (6 per year), as per NICE Clinical Knowledge Summary guidance Maintain optimal overall health, including good glycaemic control if diabetic Stay well-hydrated and manage any gastrointestinal side effects from Mounjaro that might cause additional stress To prevent spreading the virus: Avoid kissing or oral sex while lesions are present Don't share items that touch the affected area (lip balm, cutlery, towels) Wash hands thoroughly after touching the cold sore Take special care around newborns, pregnant women and immunocompromised people Continue taking Mounjaro as prescribed unless specifically advised otherwise by your doctor
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In the UK, NICE technology appraisals (TA875 for semaglutide and TA664 for liraglutide) restrict these medications to specialist weight management services with specific eligibility criteria and time-limited treatment courses
Vitamin-B2 or Riboflavin : It plays an essential role in promoting healthy muscle, skin, vision etc
This can improve treatment adherence and patient satisfaction, which are crucial factors in long-term diabetes management
Antioxidant levels take time to stabilize
My nephrologist put me on it as I do have kidney disease, I was in the obese range, and I was prediabetic
