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What are the stages of getting a cold sore? how long until it's gone?
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4 Basic Steps: Prodrome- itching, tingling, burning. Vesicle Formation- blisters arise on lip or skin. Ulceration- blisters pop and ulcers form. Healing- ulcers resolve which can take a week or more. Medication such as Valtrex (valacyclovir) can lessen the severity if taken during prodrome. Laser treatment can speed healing as well.- http://www.laserdentistbaltimore.com/mouth-ulcer-and-cold-sore-laser-treatment/
Answered 3/18/2017
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Herpes simplex virus: (HSV-1) typically causes cold sores. Cold sore blisters can occur in many different parts of the body but are most common on or around the lips and cheeks and last 7 - 10 days.
Answered 4/3/2015
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