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An electrical stimulation apparatus and method for providing electrical stimulation to tissue. The electrical stimulation apparatus includes a base unit and an electrode module. The base unit is configured to be hand portable and contains a first electrical circuit and a first battery for supplying electrical energy to the first electrical circuit. A second electrical circuit and a second battery provide a time/date function. The base unit supports an LCD to provide a visual indication of the various functions of the electrical stimulation apparatus. The electrode module is programmable to enable the prescribing physician to set the treatment protocol for the electrical stimulation apparatus. The present apparatus is particularly well suited for the treatment of herpes simplex and herpes zoster.
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