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Does taking acyclovir or other antivirals at the onset of a cold sore help reduce the increased risk of dementia?

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: No direct evidence for acyclovir or other antivirals for cold sores reducing dementia risk exists. However, broader evidence suggests potential benefits of antiviral therapy in reducing dementia associated with herpes virus infections.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.24092742

Author: Tripdatabase

Language: English

Topic: Herpesvirus Infections and Treatments

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7225614474

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