Remedy
Mercurius Vivus (quicksilver)
Mercurius solubilis
The top remedy genital herpes or for sexually transmitted infections with ulceration, offensive discharge, and swollen glands. Indicated when there are raw, spreading sores, and greenish or yellow discharge.
Key indications
- Best for: Top remedy for genital herpes; STDs with genital ulcers
- Raw, spreading sores that are slow to heal
- Thick, greenish-yellow, foul-smelling discharge
- Swollen, tender lymph glands in the groin
- Symptoms worse at night
Worse from
Night, heat of bed, damp weather, sweating
Better from
Moderate temperature, rest, open air
Suggested dosage
200C twice daily during an active flare; taper as sores and discharge clear.
Frequently taken with
Arsenicum Album (white arsenic)
Hypericum (St. John's wort)General guidance only. 200ck may be substituted for 200C potencies. Stop the remedy upon significant improvement. If no improvement after 2-3 doses in acute cases or after 4-6 weeks in chronic cases, try a different remedy. Consult a experienced practitioner if you feel you need additional help for serious or persistent symptoms.