I had a very localized case a few months ago. Horrible. It was just about an inch long running by a nerve on my scalp. Then a couple inches done I had some swollen lymph nodes, one in particular. That is what hurt like heck. Couldn't turn my head a certain way. It can make you very tired too for a long time.
Don't let anybody near the spots, esp. when they are draining. It is contagious, but not highly unless somebody is coming into contact with the area. Not airborne or anything... No need to stay home.
I had been misdiagnosed at urgent care, so the antiviral was delayed. Went to my doctor 3 days later and she correctly dx'ed it and put me on valacyclovir and zovirax. Get to the doctor immediately or the antiviral will be much less effective and the virus will be able to reproduce easier.
ETA: I was also told to take Motrin 800mg like 4x daily.
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