What are the Treatment Options for Neonatal Herpes?
Early and aggressive treatment is crucial for improving outcomes. The mainstay of treatment is antiviral therapy:
Acyclovir: Administered intravenously, it is the most commonly used antiviral medication for treating neonatal herpes. Supportive care: This includes managing symptoms like seizures and ensuring adequate nutrition and hydration.
Treatment duration varies depending on the type of disease:
SEM disease: Typically treated for 14 days. CNS or disseminated disease: Usually requires 21 days of treatment.
