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Suggest Natural Remedies For Cold Sores On Lips
Question: Hi is there a natural remedy for cold sores on lips? Herpes? Something that might help without medication?
Brief Answer:
Cold sores are self limiting
Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
Thanks for using HCM.
Cold sores are due to herpes infection.
These lesions are self limiting and will heal within a week. So there is no need for any medications.
If there is redness and pain and swelling place a cool wet towel for 20 minutes 3 times a day.
I hope that answers your query.
Let me know if you have any more questions.
Regards,
Dr.Barani
Cold sores are self limiting
Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
Thanks for using HCM.
Cold sores are due to herpes infection.
These lesions are self limiting and will heal within a week. So there is no need for any medications.
If there is redness and pain and swelling place a cool wet towel for 20 minutes 3 times a day.
I hope that answers your query.
Let me know if you have any more questions.
Regards,
Dr.Barani
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