Question 1

earlier i sent a question how to get a fever fast when i meant to say how to get rid of a fever fast. sorry!?

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NSAIDs  or tylenol (acetaminophen): Acetaminophen and non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs such as Ibuprofen or Naproxen are great for this .  They may even be used in combination.  There is really no need to treat a fever unless it is giving you discomfort.

Question 2

how do you get rid of a fever that is 100 degrees fahrenheit and a bad cough?(fast)

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Get rid of the infec: See u physician for evaluation and work up  , take  u medication, try to rest  and take  enough fluid.

Question 3

what is the fast affective way to get rid of a fever blister? and where can i get it?

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Abreva: Abreva is a safe over the counter topical treatment for cold sores.I find it works as well as most prescription products. Many large supermarkets with a drug counter or drug stores will carry this item.

Question 4

how to get rid of a coldsore/fever blister fast?

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Fever blister: Your doctor can prescribe valtrex (valacyclovir). 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. Brief supplementation w lysine 1, 000mg orally 3x a day at the onset, can also hasten healing. Your dermatologist can also provide laser treatments.

Question 5

what should i do to get rid of my fever blister fast?

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Abreva: The best otc treatment for fever blisters is abreva and i would add Bacitracin ointment to keep it from scabbing.  The only thing that will be better is to take an anti-viral medication as soon as you feel the "tingling" sensation start before the breakout.

Question 6

have a very small fever blister and i want it to go away fast !! does nystan and triamcinlone help get rid of fever blisters or any home remedies?

Accepted Answer

Heals on it's own: A fever blister is a virus (herpes simplex)  nystatin is for fungus.  Ice applied to the area will help with the pain, as will something like benzyl alcohol.  If you get many of them or frequent outbreaks a doctor can prescribe an antiviral. This may also reduce the time you have it by a day or so.

Question 7

how do you get rid of a fever blister on the lip?

Accepted Answer

See below: Tincture of "time".  Wait it out, healing simply takes time.  But pain meds and oral gels for the pain can help.  Also, if this is chronic, talk to you doc about a trial of antivirals and whether your particular case warrants this.

Question 8

can you get rid of a fever overnight ?

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Maybe: Depends on the cause of the fever.

Question 9

what do i do to get rid of a fever quickly?

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Take tylenol (acetaminophen): Unless you have a specific infection than tylenol (acetaminophen) plus a cool bath should lower your fever fast. If that does not work than you need to see your primary dr. To do blood work. We need to find out if your fever is caused by an allergic reaction or an infection so that it can be treated properly. It may be a serious infection. Don't ever ignore signs of infection because it rarely resolves on its own.

Question 10

how to get rid of a fever blister?

Accepted Answer

Pallative Measures: What most people call a fever blister is herpes simplex i - a virus that has to run it's course of 7-14 days. Your dentist or md can give you meds. To take that may help if it just came on but generally when we see them all we can do is help with the discomfort and help you prevent them coming on again. You still should see someone to be sure it is what you think it is if this is the first time.

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