subject: Information And Treatments For A Cold Sore [print this page] A cold sore, better known as herpes labialis, can be very painful lesions that can form upon the upper lip, cheeks, chin and also the nostril. These types of blisters will form into yellow crusted sores and after a few weeks they will disappear. Even though there is no vaccine there are a few things that you can do to treat them so they will not spread.
Once you have noticed that you are getting a cold sore then start taking four 500 mg of lysine. Each morning take one up to a two or three days and if you are able to catch this virus early then it will not have a chance to become worse. However, if you do not catch this early enough then take much longer to heal and vanish. The medication lysine is not too costly and can be located in the vitamin section of most drug stores.
Before you ever see this sore you will begin to feel it first. It may feel like a little burning or tingling around the area of the mouth. This is mostly where this kind of sore will erupt. Sometimes you shall feel a little bump or some hardness on the skin. So it is important to detect it as early as possible so this way you can treat it immediately and as a result this sore will be gone more quicker.
Also remember that the herpes virus is very contagious, so it is suggested to avoid kissing or any mouth to body contacts. Try to avoid sharing any cups, glasses, straws and be sure to wash everything thoroughly with any disinfectant. Be sure to also wash your hands as much as you can and do not touch the infected area, or it will certainly begin to spread to other people.
If the medication you are using is not helping then seek some medical advice from your doctor. There are some outbreaks that can be quite serious. Should you have a weak immune system, these virus can create some risk of long term complications. So if you have problems from healing then it is recommended to get medical attention as soon as possible.
Information And Treatments For A Cold Sore
By: Jasmine Kennedy
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