What to do at the first sign of cold sores?

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Carmex works for my husband. First sign and then repeatedly throughout the day. My best friend swears by Hydrocortisone ointment. You can buy this at any drugstore. It is safe and she finds it very effective. First sign and then follow the directions on the tube. Per her, getting a cold sore at all can be an indication of being low on the essential fatty acids (those "good oils" that the health practioners are talking about now -- Omega 3-6-9 . . . ). The body apparently needs these "good oils" and when deficient can show up with cold sores. My friend swears by it. AND has kept her cold-sore free. Thought I'd pass it on.

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Answer 4

Take lysine pills four times a day. I believe the standard dosage is 250 milligrams. The other way hurts like hell and leaves a temporary mark but does work. Put bleach on the end of a q-tip, open up the cold sore with some sharp object, stick the q-tip as far into the open cold sore as you can. Oooooh does this hurt. But it will get rid of the cold sore. The thing is the bleach will burn the skin around the cold sore and leave a burn mark. The mark will fade in a few weeks.

Answer 5

Cold sores are caused by a virus known as Herpes Simplex (HSV1). This Simplex affects the oral region: around and in the mouth, the tongue and nose. Outbreaks of this virus occur periodically and are usually brought on by stress, excessive exposure to the sun, colds and fever.
Commonly, the first sign of an outbreak is a skin irritation or rash. The area then blisters, often oozing a transparent liquid, then becomes crusty. Cold sores are easily transmitted. Here are some simple ways to avoid contagion:
• Do not kiss someone with an active lesion
• Do not share razors
• Do not share towels
• Do not share cups or glasses
It is important to treat this condition with caution, as it can be transmitted to the eyes and the genitalia. When this occurs these conditions are much more difficult to treat and can have long term effects.
There are many ways to treat these lesions. Ointments can be applied directly to the affected area. There are also anti-viral medications that be taken internally, such as Zovirax or Valt
One of the most popular over-the-counter treatments for cold sores is Abreva (10% Ducosanol). Zovirax is a prescription ointment that helps prevent outbreaks. Both these creams should be applied at the first sign of an outbreak.

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Answer 7

Herpilyn cream is an excellent remedy.
Also take a high potency multivitamin with iron.
Lysine 500 mg 3-4 times a day on an empty stomach helps some.

Answer 8

apply Abreva - it is available over the counter. Or see a doctor for a prescription of Zovirax, and apply it at the first sign of a cold sore. they won't prevent them, but usually help them heal up a few days quicker, with less pain than if you leave it alone.

there is also a prescription pill you can take to help prevent outbreaks, but it is pretty expensive.

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gargle with warm water mixed with oral antiseptic, and put alum powder on the spot.