
Can Abreva Prevent A Cold Sore Outbreak?
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There is much discussion regarding existing "treatments" for cold sore outbreaks. In all cases, a topical application is designed to shorten the duration of the cold sore, but can not PREVENT it from happening. In chronic cases,…

HSV-1 Cold Sore Virus And Your Eyes
Cold Sore FactsOver our various blog articles, we have discussed how cold sores affect parts of the body other than the lips and other cold sore facts. While the HSV-1 and HSV-2 virus strains are the most common, there’s also the Herpes Zoster or HZV, Cytomegalovirus…

Using Makeup to Hide a Cold Sore
Cold Sore Facts, Tips & TricksUsing Makeup To Cover A Cold Sore-Be Careful!
You’ve got a big event coming up in a few days, but yesterday you felt that oh-so familiar tingle. Now your face is battling a full-blown cold sore, and you’ve got nowhere to hide. So here’s…

How to Make a Cold Sore Heal Faster
Cold Sore Facts, Tips & TricksCold sores are ruthless in during outbreaks; painful, long-lasting and unsightly, anyone who suffers from recurring cold sore outbreaks knows the struggle. Often we look for ways of stopping cold sores before they happen, or shorten the duration…

L-Lysine Cold Sore Home Remedy Case Study
Medical Help, StandardWhile it’s know that L-Lysine has been used as a home remedy for cold sores, little is known about just how effective it is compared to the long list of cold sore medications. During a randomized, double-blind study results showed L-Lysine…

Cold Sore Prevention Diet
Cold Sore Facts, Tips & TricksThere have been many studies done on the link between diet and cold sore outbreaks. Much like other parts of the body, your diet can affect how your body functions and performs tasks. By giving your body the best possible food, rich in vitamins…

What Causes Cold Sores?
Cold Sore Facts, Medical Help🔹 Primary Cause: HSV-1 Infection
Transmission: HSV-1 is typically spread through direct contact with infected skin or saliva (e.g., kissing, sharing utensils, razors, or lip balm).
Latency: After the initial infection (which…

Reducing Stress Can Help With Cold Sore Outbreaks
Cold Sore Facts, Tips & TricksHelp Manage Cold Sore Outbreaks With Some of These Stress Reduction Tips
Stress is a proven and a sure path to a cold sore outbreak. Stress hinders many aspects of the body, one of them being the immune system. As discussed in previous articles,…

The Top 5 Worst Times To Get A Cold Sore
Cold Sore Facts, Tips & TricksPreventing Cold Sores
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It's never a good time to get a cold sore. Whether you're sitting at home for a week straight or are just about to go on a date, have social events on your schedule, or visit with friends and…

What is Cold Sore Prevention?
Cold Sore Facts, Medical Help, Tips & TricksOn Demand Cold Sore Prevention
The situation is all too familiar – it’s a Friday night, you’re getting ready to call it a night, and you feel that familiar tingling on your lip. That’s when the panic sets in, that “Oh no, how am I…