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A member asked:
Have never in my life had a cold sore! and today i have developed one. wondering what are the ways of catching cold sores?
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INFECTION?: I would try with a product called zylectin which is over the counter if it does not heal in 1 week see your dentist.
Answered 10/4/2016
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