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What do you recommend for a cold sore?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Cold sores: Agree w dr. Patterson. Melissa officinalis or lemon balm (cream) expedites healing of cold sores. It can reduce healing time by half. Studies also show that regular use can help v recurrences. Brief supplementation with lysine 1, 000mg orally three times a day at the onset, can also hasten healing. Your physician can prescribe oral valtrex (valacyclovir). If you have cold sore blisters it is best not to share e.

Answered 9/9/2013

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