| Service | 🇺🇦 Ukraine | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dermatovenerologist consultation | from USD 20 | — | — |
Prices in the “Ukraine” column come from MediUkraine’s partner clinics. The Czech Republic and Turkey columns show the lower bounds of prices published by clinics there (for Turkey, also the Turkish Dental Association’s recommended 2026 tariff), collected in August 2026 and converted to US dollars at the rate on the day of collection. A dash means we could not find a comparable published price. In any country, the final cost is set by the clinic after an examination.
Herpes simplex virus stays in the body after the first infection and reactivates from time to time; this is what distinguishes the chronic form from a single episode. Treatment therefore aims not to eliminate the virus but to keep it in a latent state: antiviral medicines (aciclovir, valaciclovir, famciclovir) block viral replication and speed up the healing of the rash. The regimen is chosen according to where the rash appears, how often flare-ups occur and your individual characteristics.
There are two types of course: preventive (suppressive), taken continuously to reduce the number of recurrences, and episodic, a short course when a new outbreak appears. In addition to antivirals, specialists may add immunomodulatory therapy, topical treatments and preventive measures. A separate part of the work is identifying the triggers of flare-ups: stress, getting cold, weakened immunity.
The result depends on following the prescriptions and on the length of treatment. With a well-chosen regimen, most patients achieve a significant reduction in the frequency of recurrences or a transition of the disease to a latent form. MediUkraine helps arrange a consultation with a dermatovenereologist at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod, who assesses your condition and advises where and how to continue treatment.
Travel. Ukrainian airspace is closed, so there are no commercial flights. Uzhhorod lies right on the border with Slovakia and close to Hungary, so patients usually arrive overland from one of these two countries, by car, bus or train.
Visas. Citizens of the EU, the United Kingdom and the United States do not need a visa for short stays in Ukraine. Rules depend on your citizenship, so check your own before booking.
Safety, plainly. Ukraine is at war. Air raid alerts occur across the country, including in Uzhhorod, and an appointment can be interrupted by one. Several governments advise against travel to Ukraine, and while that advice stands, ordinary travel and medical insurance is often void — confirm your cover with your insurer before you commit to anything.
Language. MediUkraine handles correspondence, scheduling, the written treatment plan and the quote in English. The clinic's team communicates with international patients in English.
Payment. You pay the clinic directly. Our coordination service is free of charge for you.
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Antiviral therapy remains the main method. Medicines based on aciclovir, valaciclovir and famciclovir inhibit the replication of herpes simplex virus and help prevent recurrences. The dosing regimen depends on how often flare-ups occur: for frequent recurrences (more than 6 times a year), long-term suppressive therapy is prescribed; for infrequent ones, an episodic course during a flare-up. The doctors will select the dose and length of the course.
Immunomodulatory approaches are used as supportive treatment to help local and systemic immunity. Interferons, polysaccharides and other immunostimulating medicines that enhance the body's immune response may be used. These methods are applied mainly for frequent recurrences or a severe course of the disease and are usually combined with antiviral medicines.
Topical treatment consists of antiviral ointments, antiseptic solutions and wound-healing products that speed up the healing of the rash. At the partner clinic in Uzhhorod, the doctor assesses the severity and location of the herpes infection and advises where and how to continue treatment with a combined regimen.
Recovery after the course requires a consistent approach and following the doctor's recommendations for several weeks. In the first weeks after finishing antiviral therapy, the body restores local and systemic immunity, so it is worth avoiding triggers of recurrence: excessive stress, getting cold and lack of sleep. Specialists advise returning to your normal routine gradually, depending on how you feel.
Medication support during this period may include preventive doses of antivirals, vitamin complexes and immunomodulators as prescribed by the doctor. The skin is treated topically according to the recommended regimen to prevent a secondary infection. Regular check-ups with a specialist are needed to spot signs of recurrence in good time and adjust the treatment plan.
The MediUkraine team arranges a consultation at the partner clinic, where the doctor advises where and how to continue follow-up during the recovery period. We coordinate communication between you and the doctor, from the first prescription to stable remission.
The aim of treatment is to suppress the activity of the virus and reduce the frequency of recurrences. It is based on antiviral medicines (aciclovir, valaciclovir and famciclovir), which block the replication of herpes simplex virus. They are prescribed both to relieve active symptoms and as long-term suppressive therapy for patients with frequent recurrences.
The course begins with initial diagnosis by PCR to confirm the diagnosis and determine the type of virus. Based on the results and the clinical picture, the doctor works out the optimal dose and length of antiviral therapy. For systemic herpes infection, medicines are given orally or intravenously, depending on the severity of the disease.
MediUkraine arranges a consultation at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod, where the doctor assesses your condition and advises where and how to continue treatment under current protocols for herpes infection.
Treatment costs in Ukraine are considerably lower than at clinics in Europe and North America. Consultations, antiviral medicines and immunological tests at Ukrainian medical facilities are usually more affordable than similar services abroad. With a chronic course that requires long-term treatment, this difference is noticeable throughout the course.
Ukrainian specialists follow established protocols for managing herpes virus infection. Specialists have in-depth expertise in complex cases with frequent recurrences, using personalised regimens of antiviral therapy and immune support.
MediUkraine helps you understand the options available: we arrange a consultation with a dermatovenereologist at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod, from USD 20, and organise online consultations. The doctor will assess your condition and advise where and how to continue treatment. The estimate for the course is prepared after the doctor has seen your PCR results and the history of your flare-ups, and MediUkraine helps you get it before you travel.
Chronic herpes treatment in Ukraine is carried out according to clinical protocols, using antiviral medicines with proven effectiveness. Doctors use well-established regimens: aciclovir, valaciclovir and famciclovir in different modes, depending on the clinical picture and how often you have recurrences.
The safety of care rests on compliance with sanitary and epidemiological standards and the use of approved medicines. The MediUkraine partner clinic is licensed to provide medical services. Diagnostics (PCR, viral culture and serological tests) are performed in a laboratory.
Regimens are designed individually, taking into account the frequency of flare-ups, associated conditions and how well you tolerate the medicines. Doctors also explain how to reduce the risk of passing on the infection and the likelihood of new flare-ups. MediUkraine arranges consultations with dermatologists and infectious disease specialists and coordinates the course from the first prescription to the follow-up check.
📍 Uzhhorod, Ukraine
A multidisciplinary hospital in Uzhhorod, part of a network of medical facilities in western Ukraine: an outpatient clinic, a surgical centre covering 15 specialties and a 30-bed inpatient unit. Its 52 doctors include professors and PhDs; many operations are done as day surgery, with discharge after 1–2 days.
It is comprehensive treatment aimed at reducing the activity of the virus, easing symptoms and preventing recurrences. It includes antiviral medicines, support for the immune system and individual lifestyle advice.
The first step is a consultation with a dermatovenereologist at the partner clinic, from USD 20. The cost of further treatment depends on how often recurrences occur, the complexity of the case and the range of tests, so the doctor gives the plan and cost estimate after the examination.
Visa requirements depend on your citizenship, and citizens of many countries can enter Ukraine without a visa. Check the current rules before you travel; if needed, the clinic can provide information to help you plan your trip.
The course is indicated for patients with frequent recurrences, a long-standing course of the disease or an insufficient effect from previous treatment. The doctor selects a regimen for your specific case: episodic or suppressive.
Modern laboratory tests are used: PCR diagnostics, antibody tests and assessment of immune status. Based on these data, the doctor determines the activity of the virus and selects a treatment regimen.
The length depends on how the disease progresses in your case. Most often treatment is given in courses, followed by monitoring so that a recurrence can be spotted in good time.
Yes. Effective treatment reduces the burden on the immune system and lowers the risk of complications. The less frequent the recurrences, the fewer days with a rash and the discomfort that comes with it, so your quality of life improves.
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