I depends. If it's the first one, it is usually the longest and most severe. After the initial outbreak they tend to become less severe. They usually last a few days in the acute phase and then several days or weeks until completely healed. Then it may be months before another outbreak. It depends a great deal on the health and strength of your immune system.
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Herpe outbreaks can last between 6 months and 2 years. The herpes virus however lasts a lifetime.