Cold Sore Cure – the Natural Way.

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Cold Sores are unsightly blisters around the lips and mouth caused by the herpes simplex virus. The sores typically resolve naturally within 2 to 3 weeks but the virus remains within the body and can reactivate at any time leading to a new outbreak. There are over the counter, prescription and natural cold sore cures.

The herpes simplex virus is contagious and can be passed from person to person on contact. Typically Herpes Simplex Type 1 causes cold sores whilst Type 2 is associated with genital herpes.

Prior to a break out of cold sores you may have tingling or pain in the affected area for two or three days and this pain preceding an outbreak is referred to as the prodrome.

Over the counter treatments generally include lidocaine (for pain relief) and benzyl alcohol and these treat the symptoms of cold sores.

In severe cases you Doctor may prescribe antiviral treatments.

 To avoid spreading or contracting cold sores, when sores are present:

•  Avoid direct contact with the sores  
• Avoid sharing towels and utensils  
• Keep your hands clean  
• Be careful about touching other parts of your body  
• Avoid triggers – stress and tiredness can trigger out breaks.  

In addition to over the counter cold sore treatments there are a number of natural cold sore remedies and click here to go to our natural cold sore remedies page.