Question 1

could perfume help get rid of a cold sore?

Accepted Answer

No,: Perfume will not be effective for removal of cold sores.

Question 2

is a cold sore heaper?

Accepted Answer

Cold sores: Cold sores are painful liquid filled blisters that can occur on the lips, roof of the mouth or the gums which are caused by the herpes simplex virus (hsv-1). An estimated 80% of americans have been exposed to herpes simplex virus type 1. However, not all of those people will get cold sores.  It depends on your immune system.

Question 3

do a cold sore pusses?

Accepted Answer

It can appear so..: Small cold sores often appear with just slightly yellowish fluid (plasma-like) but larger ones can look like puss-filled lesion. The body white blood cells attack the virus, cause inflammation, fluid accumulation and thus appears as puss. These often resolves spontaneously. If it becomes larger and large with more redness/pain, it could secondary infection/boil. Consult doc. Good luck.

Question 4

first cold sore, what to do?

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Cold sore: Your physician can prescribe oral Valtrex (valacyclovir) or another antiviral medication. Laser txs are also used to treat cold sores. Melissa Officinalis or lemon balm (cream) expedites healing of cold sores. It can reduce healing time by half. Studies also show that regular use can help v recurrences.  Brief supplementation with lysine 1,000mg orally three times a day at the onset, can also hasten healing.

Question 5

what is similar to a cold sore?

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Similar in what way?: As a viral entity, recurrent hsv is similar to shingles-the recurrent form of chicken pox virus. As an inflammatory lesion, it can be confused with recurrent aphthous ulcers or angular chilitis. As an unknown/undiagnosed lesion, it can mimic a pre- or cancerous lesion in some stages, or even simple trauma. Definitive diagnosis can be made with accurate history, clinical presentation and biopsy.

Question 6

what should i do for a cold sore?

Accepted Answer

OTC: There are treatments like abreva that are over the counter and work well. If you get them all the time you may want to ask your md for an rx for acyclovir. That said they heal by themselves in 7-10 days.

Question 7

would if be okay to pop a cold sore ?

Accepted Answer

Best to leave intact: Melissa officinalis or lemon balm (cream) expedites healing of cold sores. It can reduce healing time by half. Studies also show that regular use can help v recurrences. Brief supplementation with lysine 1, 000mg orally three times a day at the onset, can also hasten healing. Your physician can prescribe oral valtrex (valacyclovir).

Question 8

what could be causing a repetitive cold sore?

Accepted Answer

Several things: This is a problem that necessitates a face-to-face meeting with your doctor.  This will allow him/her to examine you, ask specific questions. And possibly order tests to find out what's wrong and what to do to help you.

Question 9

what should i put on a cold sore that is popped?

Accepted Answer

3 things: The  herpetic lesion lasts7-14  days no matter what.
If it is unsightly you can get special little band aids to cover.
You can use an rx  antiviral creme to lessen time and severity.
Lastly. Otc  cremes can be used which are mostly palliative.

Question 10

will zinc stop a cold sore?

Accepted Answer

No...: Zinc might help get rid of common cold/flu symptoms but has no beneficial effect in the treatment or prevention of a cold sore commonly caused by herpes simplex type 1.

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