(Herpes Simplex), including prescription, over the counter (OTC), as well as home treatments for cold sores. First, we're going to go over some of the basics about cold sores, like what causes them and where it comes from, and then I'm going to tell you about some of the available treatment options and which one was the most effective for me. Basics About Cold Sores
The Herpes Simplex Type 1 virus is what actually causes the cold sores you keep getting--it can never be permanently killed or 'cured' per se because it remains in your nervous system forever. The only way to catch it is from someone else who has an active outbreak--someone you kissed or someone who's toothbrush, razor, towel etc. you used at some point while they had an active outbreak.
When the sores come, they cause a tingling sensation that turns into pain. The duration of the sore is anywhere from seven to ten days; and on occasion a little bit longer.
After you have a sore, the cold sore will blister. It will then break and ooze. You get a yellow greenish color crust that forms over where the cold sore was. The crust will come off naturally allowing a pinkish color spot to appear. The great thing about this is that the sore heals and will never leave a scar on your face.
A cold sore will normally go away on its own in approximately 7-10 days; a topical lotion such as lidocaine or Zilactin (benzoyl alcohol) will help relieve the severity of your symptoms to some degree (it varies from person to person and the only way to find out is to experiment).
Antiviral medications may somewhat shorten the duration of your outbreak and decrease your pain, if started early enough. If you experience frequent outbreaks, you can ask your doctor to prescribe an antiviral as a cold sore treatment or to help prevent outbreaks before they occur.
You can use heat and cold to help with relief. Apply the ice against the blister and see how it feels. If it makes it fee worse, try heat. If the heat doesn't help either, try a completely different method.
Home Treatments and Remedies for Cold Sores:
The main key to getting quicker relief is to simply let it heal. Do not try to pop the blister. Do not squeeze the blister or pinch it. Once the blister has broken, don't try to pick the scab off. Let the cold sore go through the entire process and it will help with relief.
The Herpes Simplex Type 1 virus is what actually causes the cold sores you keep getting--it can never be permanently killed or 'cured' per se because it remains in your nervous system forever. The only way to catch it is from someone else who has an active outbreak--someone you kissed or someone who's toothbrush, razor, towel etc. you used at some point while they had an active outbreak.
When the sores come, they cause a tingling sensation that turns into pain. The duration of the sore is anywhere from seven to ten days; and on occasion a little bit longer.
After you have a sore, the cold sore will blister. It will then break and ooze. You get a yellow greenish color crust that forms over where the cold sore was. The crust will come off naturally allowing a pinkish color spot to appear. The great thing about this is that the sore heals and will never leave a scar on your face.
A cold sore will normally go away on its own in approximately 7-10 days; a topical lotion such as lidocaine or Zilactin (benzoyl alcohol) will help relieve the severity of your symptoms to some degree (it varies from person to person and the only way to find out is to experiment).
Antiviral medications may somewhat shorten the duration of your outbreak and decrease your pain, if started early enough. If you experience frequent outbreaks, you can ask your doctor to prescribe an antiviral as a cold sore treatment or to help prevent outbreaks before they occur.
You can use heat and cold to help with relief. Apply the ice against the blister and see how it feels. If it makes it fee worse, try heat. If the heat doesn't help either, try a completely different method.
Home Treatments and Remedies for Cold Sores:
The main key to getting quicker relief is to simply let it heal. Do not try to pop the blister. Do not squeeze the blister or pinch it. Once the blister has broken, don't try to pick the scab off. Let the cold sore go through the entire process and it will help with relief.
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