How to treat human herpesvirus 4?

Human herpesvirus 4 can be treated with antiviral medications. However, patients are not advised to take medication on their own; they should seek medical care at a hospital and, under a doctor's guidance, select appropriate drugs such as acyclovir or valacyclovir for treatment. For patients with mild symptoms, medication may not be necessary initially, as the disease has a certain degree of self-limiting nature.