I get cold sores a lot. Are they from stress or am I missing some vitamins or something?

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Cold sores are usually caused by the herpes simplex 1 virus, but sometimes caused by the herpes 2 virus that causes genital herpes. The two viruses are related, but different. The virus invades the skin, then lies dormant for weeks or months before causing inflammation and blistering. In most cases, people contract the virus as infants or young children. The first episode of illness with herpes simplex 1 virus causes a systemic illness. The virus then lies dormant until it is reactivated. Once reactivated, it results in painful cold sores, usually located at the border of the colored part of the lip.

The virus can be spread by:

Contact with the fluid from a cold sore of another person
Contact with the eating utensils, razors, towels or other personal items of a person with active cold sores
Sharing food or drink with a person with active cold sores
Contact with the saliva of a person who has the herpes simplex virus

Once the herpes simplex 1 virus is present in the body, the following risk factors can trigger cold sores to form:

Infection, fever, cold, or other illness
Exposure to sun
Physical or emotional stress
Certain foods or drugs
Weakened immune system
Menstruation
Eczema
Physical injury or trauma
Dental surgery
Excessive exercise

Cold sores often form without an identifiable trigger.

Symptoms
The first episode of herpes simplex 1 infection may result in 3 to 14 days of:

Swollen, sore throat
Mouth sores
Fever
Decreased energy
Aches and pains
Difficulty eating
Swollen glands in the neck

After this initial illness has passed, the virus lies dormant until reactivated. In the day just prior to the virus reappearing as a cold sore, you may notice some itching, burning, or pain in the area where the cold sore will appear.

Symptoms of cold sores on the lips, mouth or skin include:

Small, painful, fluid-filled, red-rimmed blisters
Pain, tingling or itching for a day or two before the blister appears
After a few days, drying of the blister, which then forms a yellow crust and shallow ulcers

Diagnosis
The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and examine the blisters. Usually, the doctor can easily diagnose a cold sore by looking at it. Cold sores have a relatively classic appearance. In rare cases, the doctor may need to take a piece of a blister to analyze it or take a blood sample for testing.

Treatment
Cold sores will usually heal within 7-20 days. Treatments for blisters on the lips, mouth, or skin include:

Putting ice on blisters to lessen pain and promote healing
Not rubbing or scratching blisters
Non-prescription pain relief drugs to lessen pain and discomfort
Non-prescription cold sore/fever blister cremes and ointments to lessen pain
Antibiotic drugs if the blister becomes infected by bacteria
Antiviral creme or ointment if you suffer from frequent herpes simplex 1 virus outbreaks
Oral antiviral medications, such as Zovirax® (acyclovir) or Denavir® (penciclovir), may be given the moment you feel a cold sore coming on. These medications can decrease discomfort, and help cold sores go away more quickly.

Prevention
To prevent the spread of the herpes simplex 1 virus:

Avoid skin contact, kissing or sharing food, drink or personal items with people with active cold sores.
If you have an active cold sore, avoid touching the infected area (to avoid spreading the virus to other people and/or other parts of your body).

To prevent recurring outbreaks of cold sores or blisters:

Avoid long periods of time in the sun.
Use sun block on lips and face when in the sun.
Get adequate rest and relaxation to minimize stress.

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There from a virus, Herpes simplex 1. Not the sexually transmitted Herpes. Ask your doctor for a cream called Zovirax. It works best if you put it on when you first get that tingling feeling but can be applied to an area that is already an outbreak. Takes it away quicker than over-the-counter treatments which are a waste of money.

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Cold sores are caused by a virus that is latent in your body. Any time your immune system is compromised you can break out. Try lysine tablets (in the vitamin section of the store) twice daily. Use lot's of sun block on your lips while in the sun / wind. Fevers can bring them on. Stress can too. Also, I heard white vinegar applied right when they are coming on stops them.

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Its probably herpes. Stress causes an outbreak. Get tested to be sure, of course.

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sounds like you have HERPES...see your Doctor!