Question 1

what causes cold sore in corner of mouth?

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If it is an actual : Cold sore it would be caused by herpes simplex type i virus.

Question 2

what is the best and fastest thing at cvs for a cold sore in the right corner of mouth?

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Sore throat: Ibuprofen 800mg by mouth three times a day would be my answer. Saltwater gargles. Look into your throat with your cellphone light and take a picture. If it appears dark red or you see pus draining out of your tonsils, or if you have a fever and it hurts close to 10/10 to swallow you should probably see an MD in urgent care ASAP otherwise go in the morning.

Question 3

what causes rid of a cold sore on the corner of your mouth?

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Try this: Melissa officinalis or lemon balm (cream) has been shown in european studies to help expedite healing of cold sores. It can reduce healing time by half. Studies also show that regular use can help v recurrences.

Question 4

what to do if i have a cold sore on the corner of my mouth its very painful but i don, are there any other causes for cold sores?

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Cold sore: A sore in the corner of the mouth may be due to a virus.  However, if you have dentures, chronic secretions on the side of the mouth caused by the dentures may cause breakdown of the skin at the corners of your mouth.  There are over the counter meds that may be effective (check with your pharmacist), as well as some prescription meds you can get from your doctor.

Question 5

what to do if i have a cold sore on the corner of my mouth its very painful but i don&#39, are there any other causes for cold sores?

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Cold sores: are caused by the herpes simplex viruses.Your Dr can prescribe oral Valtrex (valacyclovir) or another antiviral medication. Laser txs are  used to treat cold sores. Melissa Officinalis or lemon balm (cream) expedite healing of cold sores. It can reduce healing time by 1/2. Studies also show that regular use can help v recurrences.  Brief supplementation w lysine 1,000mg orally 3 times a day at onset, can help.

Question 6

i have a huge cold sore in the corner of my mouth! it really stings when having any type of liquid or hot food. please help?

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Dermatologist: If that bothered you that much, you should see a dermatologist for prescription medicine. Otc meds not going to help you.

Question 7

my girlfriend stole a quick kiss (it was just a peck) when i had a cold sore on the corner of my mouth, in the scab stage. will she get it from me?

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Possibly: Cold sores are more infectious when they are moist or are oozing.  Generally speaking a scabbed over cold sore has a smaller chance of being transmitted to your partner.  It is still possible to give your cold sore to your partner so be cautious while you have one.

Question 8

my cold sore in the corner of my mouth has scabbed over & is starting to crack and bleed making the healing process take longer. will neosporin help?

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Angular cheilitis?: A sore exactly in the corner of the mouth could be oral herpes (cold sore), but more likely is angular cheilitis, a different problem. It's often due to a superficial yeast infection, and antifungal creams may help. Neosporin probably won't help much. See your doctor and take it from there. Good luck!

Question 9

i was using arm&hammer advance white toothpaste &now i think have a cold sore on the corner of my mouth and maybe a pimple on my lip? how do i fix it?

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Toothpaste?: Could be from toothpaste but is unusual. Do you think you might have been exposed to herpes simplex virus. Kissed a boy with a cold sore recently? Or do you have history of cold sores . Dr can prescribe Valtrex (valacyclovir) or you can buy abreva lip sore treatment over the counter. Don't squeeze pimple or anything on lips, since that will create greater infection.

Question 10

difference between a cold sore and a pimple on corner of mouth?

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Virus vs bacteria: A cold sore is a virus typically on lips or inside your mouth.  A pimple is a bacterial infection.  If it is truly a pimple it is bacterial and either infection in the gland in the corner of your mouth or on the skin near the corner.  A cold sore is a herpetic virus, usually more painful typically lasting 10 days to 2 weeks.

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What to do if i have a cold sore on the corner of my mouth its very painful but i don, are there any other causes for cold sores?

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What to do if i have a cold sore on the corner of my mouth its very painful but i don&#39, are there any other causes for cold sores?

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I have a huge cold sore in the corner of my mouth! it really stings when having any type of liquid or hot food. please help?

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My girlfriend stole a quick kiss (it was just a peck) when i had a cold sore on the corner of my mouth, in the scab stage. will she get it from me?

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My cold sore in the corner of my mouth has scabbed over & is starting to crack and bleed making the healing process take longer. will neosporin help?

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I was using arm&hammer advance white toothpaste &now i think have a cold sore on the corner of my mouth and maybe a pimple on my lip? how do i fix it?

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Difference between a cold sore and a pimple on corner of mouth?

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