Hi I found this web site and message board while doing a bit of research on Aldara 5% cream that my doctor just prescribe for a basil cell cancer on the top of my head. I had this removed with liquid nitrogen about 4 months ago and it has returned. The Dr. said to try this and prescribed the same application as most of the patients in the blog have, 3-4 times per week. for about 12 weeks. Uopn my wifes urging, I thought I would research the side affects of the medication, which I might add sound very severe. I have had cold sores all my life and have never enjoyed a single one, and who likes the flu! My Dr. did not tell me of these side affect but did warn me of the high price. I think I will pass on the cream and go straight fot the surgery.
Scott