bone, joint, and muscle disorders
Herpetic Whitlow
Treatment of Herpetic Whitlow
Antiviral drugs The disorder eventually goes away without treatment but may return. Antiviral drugs applied directly to the skin (topically) can help shorten the length of the first episode. Drugs taken by mouth (such asacyclovir) on a long-term basis may prevent further episodes in people who have already had repeated episodes. People should cover open or draining blisters to prevent spreading the infection to other people. Surgery is not needed. 