You didn't neglect yourself, you didn't know what it was!

I have recurrent herpes simplex and have Acyclovir on hand all the time. At the first twitch I take it. I didn't know it was necessray to take it withing 72 hours, I've not heard that before.

I also have the topical cream which I find very relieving and it makes the blisters go away much much faster.

For me it is more than blisters, it's a sick feeling almost like the flu. No fun.

I hope you feel better soon and get your doc to give you an Rx to have on hand for the next time.