Alternatives for cold sores
I suffer a lot from cold sores. I’d rather not have to keep using antiviral creams. Are there any natural remedies that can prevent cold sores or help get rid of them when they occur?
L.B., via email
Cold sores, also known as fever blisters, are fluid-filled blisters that form on the lips or around the mouth, caused by the herpes simplex virus. The painful blisters, which are contagious, are typically preceded by a tingling, itching or burning sensation around the lips, and later burst and turn into scabs that last several days.
Usually, a cold sore will clear up on its own within one to
