Comments on: How can i get rid of a cold sore fast?

By: easytofool

easytofool — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:29 +0000

Treatment Of Cold Sores

Anti-viral medication is prescribed to reduce the severity of the outbreak and the duration of the outbreak. If pain is present, any OTC painkiller may be taken. Warm or cold compresses can be used to ease the pain of the sores. http://www.doctorgoodskin.com/ds/coldsores/treatment.php

By: bgbadwolf27

bgbadwolf27 — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:29 +0000

abreva or an herbal supplement called lysine

By: lightgreenfrogpond

lightgreenfrogpond — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:29 +0000

abriva…..sold at target….burns a bit…but it works

By: RUDOLPH M

RUDOLPH M — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:29 +0000

Burn it with a blunt. It’ll never come back. TRUE STORY

By: Neutron

Neutron — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:29 +0000

During an outbreak of cold sores, salty foods, citrus foods (oranges etc.), and other foods that irritate the sores should be avoided. Wash the sores once or twice a day with warm, soapy water and pat gently to dry. Over-the-counter lip products that contain the chemical phenol (such as Blistex Medicated Lip Ointment) and numbing ointments (Anbesol) help to relieve cold sores. A bandage may be placed over the sores to protect them and prevent spreading the virus to other sites on the lips or face. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) may be taken if necessary to reduce pain and fever.

Vitamin and mineral supplements and diet may have an effect on the recurrence and duration of cold sores. In general, cold sore sufferers should eat a healthy diet of unprocessed foods such as vegetables, fruits, and whole grains. Alcohol, caffeine, and sugar should be avoided.

Vitamin C and bioflavonoids (a substance in fruits that helps the body to absorb and use vitamin C) have been shown to reduce the duration of a cold sore outbreak and reduce the number of sores. The vitamin B complex includes important vitamins that support the nervous system where viruses can hide out. B complex vitamins can also help manage stress, an important contributing factor to the outbreak of herpes viruses. Applying the oil in vitamin E capsules directly to cold sores may provide relief. Zinc lozenges appear to affect the reproduction of viruses and also enhance the immune system. Ointments containing lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) or licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) and peppermint (Mentha piperita) have been shown to help cold sores heal

Burn it with a blunt???? It might never come back, but you’ll have a damn scar forever!!

By: Just another paramedic

Just another paramedic — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:29 +0000

Most of us either get cold sore (some times called fever blisters) or we know someone who does.

A while back at a dentist’s office, I was "given" a trial of a topical medicine called "Viroxyn" to treat my cold sore. It worked well and only had to be applied once. I was very happy with this product. Strangely, it’s only available on line, and costs nearly $40 for three treatments (roughly a teaspoon of medicine)

I mentioned the medicine to an ER physician friend and she said…. "It’s just antiseptic wash"

So I headed out to the internet to do some research. Guess what… She was RIGHT!! the active ingredient in Viroxyin is Benzalkonium Chloride 0.13%. This is merely an antiseptic found in many different wipes, swabs, etc. It’s generic and available without a prescription.