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Hi i get fever blisters every so often, and i have never discussed it with my doctor as i do not have to go often (knock on wood). each year it's different. last year, i got 1. this year, i have had 3. two have happened three weeks apart. i have tried a

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Question cut off?: Not sure what you were asking. Your Dr can prescribe oral valtrex or another antiviral medication. Laser txs are also used to treat cold sores. Melissa Officinalis or lemon balm (cream) expedite healing of cold sores. It can reduce healing time by 1/2. Studies also show that regular use can help v recurrences. Brief supplementation w lysine 1,000mg orally 3 times a day at onset, can also help.

Answered 7/25/2019

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