I get cold sores frequently and I want to know any remedies to prevent them or to speed the healing process
2007-03-16 18:02:33 · 9 answers · asked by Megan G 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
As other people have said Lysine for prevention and Abreva to speed up the healing process should you get a cold sore. My doctor recommends:
http://www.fonoils.com/hbalm.html you rub it on the bottoms of your feet and it prevents cold sores. I haven't had one in the 5 years since I've used the product.
2007-03-16 19:21:36 · answer #1 · answered by bomullock 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-04 08:10:12 · answer #2 · answered by Sonya 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-21 21:24:11 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Abreva is the only over-the-counter treatment that actually prevents the virus that causes the herpes (cold sore) virus from replicating successfully, which means it will stop the growth of a cold sore in its tracks. It usually costs around $17, but it's worth it because it will last you for a really long time and it will actually prevent cold sores from forming or getting worse. Use it as soon as you think you might be getting one. Read the directions carefully, you only need a small amount at a time. Squeeze slowly, or a bunch will come out and be a waste.
2007-03-16 18:18:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have low immune system. Take antioxidents like vitamin C to prevent them. For healing, pour baking soda.
2007-03-16 18:08:40 · answer #5 · answered by msknowitall 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try not to stress out ofcourse. Drink water and keep your lips protected. I use blisstex. There are many different kinds. It sounds weird, but my mom told me about every 3 months take a laxative and that will help you from getting cold sores and fever blisters. Cold sores are not like the VD herpes. you catch the vd, a cold sores is something in your body reacting. They are nasty I know, the better you take care of your body the less you will get. If you feel one coming start treating it as soon as you feel the tingle.
2016-03-29 02:25:46 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My doctor told me to take Lysine - it's an enzyme found at most stores, like Target and K-Mart. I can't remember the name, but there is an oral medication and salve they have now that really helps. If you start taking/using them when you see it starting, they don't even develop. Ask your doctor.
2007-03-16 18:12:03 · answer #7 · answered by Debbie R 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
this occure in any stressful condition including menstruation&even sun exposure.no prevention.but using acyclovir ointment locally fasten its healing
2007-03-16 23:43:16 · answer #8 · answered by Muayad Q 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try and were warm clothes all the time and stay away from sick people.
2007-03-16 18:06:08 · answer #9 · answered by Tummy 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋