A member asked:

How do i get the swelling down, i have a horriable cold sore my lip is scary swollen?

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Dr. Janet Turkle answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Time: Unfortunately, it takes time to lose the swelling. There are prescription meds to reduce the intensity and duration of a cold sore. An ice pack might help. There are a few otc treatments (abreva for ex) that might help.

Answered 8/25/2016

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Pseudoephedrine: This is a decongestant and will decrease swelling of lip and other membranes.

Answered 10/23/2017

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