How to Get Rid of Cold Sores Fast – 5 Most Crucial Things to Do If You Want to Get Rid of Cold Sores

By Gina | Feb 26, 2009

Cold sores, or fever blisters, are caused by the herpes simplex type 1 virus. Not only are cold sores annoying, but they can also be painful. If you have ever had a cold sore, you probably wanted to find a way to get rid of it quickly. This article will share how to get rid of cold sores permanently. Read more

Natural Remedies For Cold Sores

By Gina | Feb 24, 2009

There are an abundance of natural remedies for cold sores that you can try. People who suffer regularly from the HSV-1 (herpes) virus may want to seriously take a look at natural remedies that have been shown to aid in the treatment of these painful sores. Some are simple home remedies while other natural solutions include herbal remedies and nutritional supplements. Let’s take a closer look at all the different natural remedies for cold sores you can try the next time you experience an outbreak. Read more

Cold Sore Treatment – Are Over-The-Counter Medications Any Good?

By Gina | Feb 20, 2009

When you are struggling with the pain and itch from your cold sores, any kind of cold sore treatment that can offer relief to you would be a blessing to you.

The cold sore medications available over the counter (OTC) are broadly categorized into 3 main groups, each for one function. One group provides pain and itch relief, and are best applied during the tingling stage of cold sores. The other groups either slows down/prevent the cold sore lesion from aggravating, or directly stop the herpes simplex 1 virus at its track and therefore promotes healing. Some of the OTC medications contain treatment agents that have one or more of the properties mentioned. When applying all these medications, you need to remember that the results will vary from individual to individual depending on the severity of your cold sores. Read more

Secrets Of Treating A Cold Sore

By Gina | Feb 16, 2009

It can be easy to feel like the whole world is against you when it comes to having a cold sore even though you are certainly not alone. Treating a cold sore can be relatively easy if you know the procedures to take. Again, the Internet can be such a reliable source of yours. In there you will find a variety of information that can help you out. Here are some helpful tips in treating these sores and gaining some much needed relief. Read more

Tips On Cold Sore Home Remedies

By Gina | Feb 14, 2009

Finding the right cold sore home remedies that actually give you some relief is not an easy task it seems. We know about the expensive prescriptions, but what about some of the less expensive natural ways of treating a cold sore?

Here is a look at some of the more popular home remedies that claim to really work. Read more

Easy Cold Sore Prevention Tips

By Gina | Feb 10, 2009

Unfortunately, cold sores affect millions of adults here in the U.S. and around the world. If you have suffered from these painful sores then you know about them all to well. But there are things you can do to help prevent them from appearing.

Yes, there are a number of medications you can take for curing cold sores, and some work great, but wouldn’t it be nice to prevent them from getting to that point of needing medicine? Read more

Cold Sore Medicine Review – Abreva

By Gina | Feb 8, 2009

You can find Abreva Cold Sore Treatment over-the-counter at most any pharmacy aisle in any store. Abreva is approved by the FDA and says it will reduce the healing time for a cold sore or fever blister. The question is, does it work? We will take a look in a minute.

The Abreva product comes in a relatively tiny 2 gram tube. You can find it retailing for approximately $15 in all stores, or through the Internet. Read more

Get Rid Of A Cold Sore

By Gina | Feb 6, 2009

Getting a cold sore can be a most unpleasant experience. And if you are one of the over 60 million people who develop a cold sore each and every year, you already know that. Why do people get a cold sore, and what can be done when a cold sore appears? Here is a quick cold sore Q & A to give you some answers to these questions and many others.

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Stop A Cold Sore With These Great Cold Sore Remedies

By Gina | Feb 4, 2009

If you have ever had a cold sore, then you know how painful they can be. They are caused by the herpes simplex 1 virus and are highly contagious. When you have one, or a fever blister for that matter, you should avoid kissing anyone, sharing drinks or any other activity that will pass your saliva to another person. There is no cure for these types of sores. They are a virus that lies dormant underneath your skin, waiting to flare up at any moment. But read on to discover a few cold sore remedies that can shorten the duration and have you feeling better much faster. Read more

Are Cold Sores Contagious – Get the Facts Here

By Gina | Feb 2, 2009

Well it’s a fact that Cold Sores are very common, it is estimated that approximately 80% of the American population have exposed to cold sores, or known in the medical field as Herpes Simplex Virus -1. HSV-1 is not to be confused with The Herpes Simplex 2 Virus which causes Genital Herpes. HSV-1 is easily spread and generally occurs for the first time as infants or young children. This is normally spread by saliva, possibly drinking from the same cup, or sharing some kind of utensil: cup, toothbrush, spoon, fork,, basically anything that would touch the infected area that would lead to contracting the virus. Read more

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