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I had a number of cold sores and they are now healing and i have a large scab on my face. should i put neosporin or anything to make it heal faster?
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Cold sores: you could put neosporin on the open lesions but taking prophylactic antivirus may be better. In addition taking it when you have an outbreak may help better
Answered 2/22/2019
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