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Can you put hydrogen peroxide on lip blister or cold sore?
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IT: Will really not help at all. Try abreeva.
Answered 11/25/2018
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Yes: It may burn and will not cure the lesion. Cold sores are viruses and acyclovir may be needed.
Answered 11/25/2018
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Definitely, yes: The mouth contains many bacteria. For this reason, a hydrogen peroxide often is used for a lip blister. Cold sores generally clear up without treatment within 10-14 days.
Answered 11/25/2018
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