Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What to do if it pains all the time and even more so when i touch/pull the skin around it. it's also a little larger than an average cold sore. how do i get rid of it?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Herpetic lesion?: 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 7/14/2014
3.9k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
I have used a 50% glycolic acid peel on my dry skin on my face & it's turned cracked & sore. What could I use to heal & get rid of it?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Skin under eyes felt itchy (cosmetics??) & I rubbed too hard. Still have slight soreness/puffiness/bag/fluid?? under rt eye. Best way to get rid of?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I have a small hard lump on the back of my head on the left side. No pain on touch. there for many months.but realized it gets sore when i get a cold?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
I get large folliculitis bumps on my head and a few small swollen lymphnodes there sore what should i do to prevent. Nodes cause me anxiety seen docs?
I have a small white bump of skin inside both lobe piercing holes and I can take 20 mins trying to put earrings in due this. They are sore to touch and weep sometimes, abx didnt resolve the bump. How do I get rid of what could be small scar tissue?
I have a cold sore scab above my top lip and it looks horrible! It is so big! Is there ANYWAY to get rid of it or speed the healing process?? Is it true if the cold sore is on skin that it would take 7 DAYS! More longer than a one on your lip? Please help
Hard bump under my skin on forehead. It is red and very sore. Doesn't feel big enough to be a cyst. What is it? How can I get rid of it from home?
What is a quick way to get rid of a common cold with a sore throat, runny nose, sneezing, and head/body aches?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
