what to do when you have a cold sore in your mouth?
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['eat cool, soft foods.', 'wash your hands with soap and water before and after applying cream.', 'avoid anything that triggers your cold sores.', 'use sunblock lip balm (SPF 15 or above) if sunshine is the trigger.']
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Eat: Ice Cream It's cool and soft, so you can eat it comfortably even when your mouth is tender. Because ice cream is cold, it can help minimize any natural swelling that occurs in the mouth.
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There's no cure for cold sores. But, because they're caused by a virus, they can be treated with antiviral medications. These include the prescription medication Valtrex. Valtrex, which contains the active ingredient valacyclovir, can help your cold sores clear up faster.
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Drink plenty of fluids Moreover, if your sore throat is accompanied by a fever, you may become dehydrated so you need to replenish lost fluids. Cold ice water can help soothe the throat, as can hot beverages. Avoid alcohol and caffeinated drinks such as coffee or colas, because they can dehydrate you.
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Salt water rinse Rinsing your mouth with salt water is a go-to home remedy, although a painful one, for mouth sores of any kind. It may help dry out canker sores. To use: Dissolve 1 teaspoon of salt in 1/2 cup of warm water.
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You can apply diluted tea tree oil directly to your cold sore using a clean cotton swab, but make sure you dilute it with a gentler “carrier” oil (such as coconut oil or jojoba oil) so you don't hurt your skin. Don't use tea tree oil more than twice per day, or your skin may become irritated.
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There are many things you can try at home to relieve the pain caused by your canker sores: Eat soft, bland foods that are easy to swallow, such as yogurt or cream soup. Cut your food into small pieces or mash or puree it. Avoid coffee, chocolate, spicy or salty foods, citrus fruits or juices, nuts, seeds, and tomatoes.
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['Immediately rinse your mouth out with water.', 'Stop the bleeding by applying pressure and call for help if the bleeding is excessive.', 'If the tooth comes out completely, try to preserve it in milk, saline solution, or water.', 'Apply a cold compress to help with pain and swelling.']
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In addition to its anti-viral and anti-inflammatory properties, aloe vera provides benefits to the skin by adding amino acids and B1, B2, B6 and C vitamins. To treat a cold sore, apply aloe vera lip balm or gel three times per day until a lesion has dried.
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['Rinse your mouth. ... ', 'Dab a small amount of milk of magnesia on your canker sore a few times a day.', 'Avoid abrasive, acidic or spicy foods that can cause further irritation and pain.', 'Apply ice to your canker sores by allowing ice chips to slowly dissolve over the sores.']
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Treating cold sores Cold sores usually clear up without treatment within 7 to 10 days. Antiviral tablets or cream can be used to ease your symptoms and speed up the healing time.
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['Drink warm liquids. ... ', 'Inhale moist air. ... ', 'Eat more fruits and vegetables. ... ', 'Quit smoking. ... ', 'Try pursed lip breathing. ... ', "Don't exercise in cold, dry weather."]
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The following remedies may help relieve the discomfort of a cold sore: Rinse with salt water. Rinse your mouth several times a day with a cup of warm water to which you've added a half teaspoon of salt. Try ice.
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['drink fluids to prevent dehydration – avoid acidic drinks, such as fruit juice.', 'eat soft foods like soup – avoid hot and spicy foods.', 'take paracetamol or ibuprofen to help ease a sore mouth or throat.']
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The over-the-counter cold sore ointment docosanol (Abreva) may shorten the healing time of a cold sore. At the first sign of symptoms, apply it to the affected skin as directed on the package.
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['Rest. Get plenty of sleep. ... ', 'Drink fluids. ... ', 'Try comforting foods and beverage. ... ', 'Gargle with saltwater. ... ', 'Humidify the air. ... ', 'Consider lozenges or hard candy. ... ', 'Avoid irritants.']
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['Saltwater Rinse. Until you can get to the dentist, one of the best things you can do is swish warm, salty water around in your mouth. ... ', 'OTC Pain Relievers. Dentists suggest acetaminophen for children. ... ', 'Cold Compress. If your face is swollen, put an ice pack on your cheek.']