How to Cure Cold Sores or Fever Blisters

cure cold sores or fever blisters - This article will show you how you can cure cold sores or fever blisters in the most efficient manner. Cold sores and fever blisters are the same and normally happen by the passing of salvia from one person infected with HSV1 (herpes simplex virus one) to another person. Once infected there is no cure but we can help you reduce the symptoms that occur through cold sores or fever blisters.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. soak in ice water - placing ice cubes or ice water on your cold sore will help to cure its symptoms. This will reduce swelling and lower the pain level you are experencing.

2. take ibuprofen and vitamin c - The ibuprofen will help with discomfort you are feeling and the vitamin c will give your body what it needs to fight off the cold sore.

3. Another way to help cure your cold sore or fever blister is to avoid any foods/drinks that irritate it. Stay away from food and drinks that are highly acidic or contain lots of salt. This will help out with the healing process.

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on 9/6/2009 helpful comments