While I'm sure an outbreak is embarrassing, uncomfortable and disruptive, cold sores are very common. There's no cure once you've been infected, but you can take safeguards against spreading the virus to others and avoid some triggers, like stress or sun exposure. Hormonal changes can also trigger an outbreak.
I've never had a cold sore; but my husband gets an outbreak when he's feeling particularly stressed. So, it's important for him to minimize stress.
You're probably already doing the usual: washing your hands frequently, avoiding contact with open blisters, etc. You can also avoid food triggers, such as acidic or citrus fruit.
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While I'm sure an outbreak is embarrassing, uncomfortable and disruptive, cold sores are very common. There's no cure once you've been infected, but you can take safeguards against spreading the virus to others and avoid some triggers, like stress or sun exposure. Hormonal changes can also trigger an outbreak.
I've never had a cold sore; but my husband gets an outbreak when he's feeling particularly stressed. So, it's important for him to minimize stress.
You're probably already doing the usual: washing your hands frequently, avoiding contact with open blisters, etc. You can also avoid food triggers, such as acidic or citrus fruit.
For more on cold sores and treatment, see:
eMedicine.net Cold Sore Causes
WebMD Cold Sores - Home Treatment
MayoClinic Cold Sores
December 4, 2008 - 7:59pmThis Comment
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