I'm dealing with HSV 1 and found out I'm IgG positive. Since I've had this infection before and it's now latent, could I still pass it on to someone else through oral contact even when I don't have active symptoms?

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I'm worried because I forgot to store my clindoxyl gel in the fridge after using it. Could that be harmful or create any issues when I use it again?

no at room temeperature that will be maintained

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I'm really concerned about my fiance's dark knuckles on her hands and feet. The doctor recommended she takes Vitamin B12, Vitamin E, and Restretra HD tablets for a month. I'm curious about what could be causing these dark knuckles. Also, I'm wondering if Restretra will truly help with this issue. Could you provide some insight into this?

that could be usually due tovit deficiency yes you are using right treatment,follow your doctors advice

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Yes both are same you can use either

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