Question 1

how can i i get rid of my fever blisters/cold sores fast ?

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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. Your physician can prescribe oral valtrexor another antiviral medication. Laser treatments are also used to treat cold sore.

Question 2

how can i most quickly get rid of fever blisters/ cold sores?

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Best RX is TIME: The lesion undergoes a series of changes and heals over 14-21 days--after which the virus goes dormant. Anti-viral drugs based on Acyclovir are available by prescription and can be taken as a preventive med. Otc meds, like abreva, have variable success rates. If they occur frequently, you can take Valtrex (valacyclovir) daily as a preventive measure, but will need a prescription. There is no 'fast' way.

Question 3

how can i most quickly get rid of a big cold sore or fever blisters?

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Some options: 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 4

are there any good ways to prevent cold sores and fever blisters?

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Prevention: To prevent cold sores from occurring wash hands often. Maintain a healthful lifestyle (regular exercise, nutritious diet, adequate sleep, keeping stress at bay).  Keep lips well moisturized & apply sun screen to the areas that your cold sores normally pop up. Talk with your physician about supplementing with lysine.

Question 5

can you get fever blisters or cold sores in your arm pit ?

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Yes: Yes you can though rare.It depends on the site of the initial herpes infection.

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

what to eat to get rid of fever blisters fast?

Accepted Answer

Don't know foods.: 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). Laser treatments are also used to treat cold sores.

Question 8

can cold sores/ fever blisters have  different looks?

Accepted Answer

A fever blister: is another name for a cold sore.

Question 9

what causes cold sores and fever blisters in the mouth and throat of children?

Accepted Answer

Coxsackie virus: Typically causes painful sores in their oral cavities.  Can also have non painful blisters on their hands and feet.  Hence the name, hand foot & mouth disease.

Question 10

do you know are cold sores/fever blisters same as herpes?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Cold sore or fever blisters are caused by the herpes simplex virus.

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