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Can i tell me how i can get rid of a cold sore before the blister pops?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Valtrex (valacyclovir): Your doctor can prescribe valtrex (valacyclovir). Melissa officinalis or lemon balm (cream) has been shown in european studies to help expedite cold sore healing. It can reduce healing time by 1/2. Studies also show regular use can help v recurrences. Brief supplementation w lysine 1, 000mg orally 3x a day at the onset, can hasten healing. Your dermatologist can provide laser treatments.

Answered 8/20/2015

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Herpes: I like to have my patients have their anti-pherpes medication always available in the medicine cabinet so that these aggravating outbreaks can be managed early on. There are three common medications that are available by prescription for this. There is also an option to put one on a daily treatment to suppress any outbreaks. Your physician will be very well versed in this common problem.

Answered 12/7/2013

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