I was diagnosed with Herpes over 3 years ago and I used to have outbreaks every month. Sometimes multiple times each month. It's like, I never got a break from them. I believe that I had so many outbreaks b/c I do not eat meat or take vitamins and supplements, so my immune system has always taken longer to fight things off. I finally found a great doctor that prescribed me Valtrex. I take one pill a day and have only about 2 outbreaks a year now. Our insurance covers the Valtrex, so we do not pay anything for it. And the only downside to taking Valtrex is that every now and then, I feel naseaus. But I'd rather feel a little bit of nausea than have all those outbreaks again. If I eat something, the nausea often subsides or gets better. I would definitely recommend Valtrex to anyone with herpes. It has given me my life and confidence back because the only time herpes affects me is when I am having an outbreak. I hope this helped someone and take care all of you!!!