Best Treatment For Cold Sores - Cold Sore Free Forever

June 17, 2010 - PRLog -- Cold sores are small, painful, fluid-filled blisters that usually occur on the lips, gums, or roof of the mouth. They're caused by the herpes simplex virus and are contagious. There may be pain or tingling one to two days before the cold sores appear. Now, what is the best treatment for cold sores?

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Number one: Apply ice packs. Ice is a very good home remedy for cold sores. If you ice a cold sore when it first arrives, you may cut down on the amount of time it hangs around. Other than ice or cold compress, you may also want to eat a tasty popsicle, or have super cold drinks like slushes or smoothies. Number two: Dab on some alcohol or witch hazel. According to several patients, dabbing on alcohol or witch hazel as soon as the sore breaks can help dry the sore.

Number three: Apply peppermint oil. According to a study conducted at the University of Heidelberg, peppermint oil can penetrate the skin and have a direct virucidal effect against the herpes simplex virus. Moreover, it is active against an acyclovir-resistant strain of the herpes simplex virus. Number four: Protect the area from the sun or the wind. Always protect your lips from potential trauma caused by bright sunlight and wind exposure as these are usual triggering factors.

Number five: Use tea bag. Apply a tea bag for few minutes on the blisters, and repeat this every hour. You may also press a warm tea bag on the blisters for approximately thirty minutes. Number six: Soften the area with emollient. Emollient will help reduce cracking and will help in softening the scabs that form. Number seven: Chew on a licorice whip. Studies show that glycyrrhizic acid, an ingredient in licorice, stops the cold sore virus cells dead in their tracks.

Now, you decide. What is the best treatment for cold sores?

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