how do you get rid of  cold sores or fever blisters?
104675
A touch of Melaleuca oil (tea tree) and the sore will stop hurting and start healing. Even if you feel it and do not see it yet it will stop it instantly.
300708
I had that happen years ago. Out of desperation, I tried applying just a tiny bit of Blistex to it, and it relieved the pain and helped speed healing - the sore was gone within a couple days.
136657
The herpes simplex virus can cause what are called "cold sores".\n\n"Herpes simplex is commonly referred to as cold sores or fever blisters. It is a viral infection of the skin that may occur once or return again and again. This is because when the virus is cleared from the skin by the immune system it hides in the nerves and is never completely removed from the body. Herpes infections are very common. It is estimated that nine out of ten people have been exposed to herpes. Many people are infected and don’t even know it. Unfortunately those who carry herpes can spread the disease without even knowing it.\n\nHerpes simplex begins as a group of small red bumps that blister. Sometimes this is preceded by itching and burning of the area. The blisters begin to dry up after a few days and form a yellow crust. The crust then falls off and the redness slowly goes away. The whole process takes about 10-14 days. Scars rarely form. Some people experience just some itching or burning in the area while most people have no symptoms at all."
14233
I don't know how to cover them up but one thing that can help you deal with them is LYSINE.  Lysine helps suppress viruses which is what herpes simplex or cold sores are.  Stress and poor diet can bring those on, as I"m sure your aware of!   So keep an eye on stress and check out LYSINE online if you need more info.  There are also LYSINE balms you can put on your lip to help it heal faster.  Good luck!
365254
Cold sores are actually caused by a virus that usually stays inactive in your body but sort of takes over in times of stress - such as when you are sick, get too much sun, have difficult things happening in your life, etc. Once you have the cold sore virus in your body it is always there - you can't actually get rid of it, but you can certainly get it under excellent control. There are no over the counter meds that work for cold sores. Stuff that you put on the cold sore may help with the soreness and pain, but most of it doesn't actually attack the virus itself. You need a prescription med called Valtrex. It is a big blue pill. Valtrex is actually prescribed for genital herpes, but the cold sore virus is from the same family, and Valtrex stops a cold sore in its tracks. Valtrex attacks the virus itself, not just the symptoms. Since I first took Valtrex about five years ago, I have rarely had a cold sore, and never had one develop fully. You take Valtrex for only a couple of days when you first feel the tingle of a cold sore starting.
588527
I was told that a warm soaked tea bag held on the cold sore--works wonders!  Apparently it is a method that has been used for years.  GL
1079925
try these special blister plasters you get them at any chemist.you apply them to the blister and leave for a few days for the medicine to work.\ntry putting vasaline on your feet everynight.and leave a pair of socks on.this will help to soften the skin.\ngood luck.
818412
Clean the blister from debris,Put some antibiotic like neosporin, and keep bandages OFF. You want to air it out, so it can dry and heal.
1105679
if fever blister (herpes simplex 1) zovirax as soon as u feel the tingle. otherwise....eat well...get in some exercise ...keep ur lips moist and sunblocked and avoid any trauma to the lip and general stress...esp around the time of ur period
506994
use a block of ice on the blister for a few minutes then apply tea tree oil, it will kill the infection, it will dry it out but once the scab forms apply a cream such as zinc to moisten the scab so that it doesnt crack.\n\nsome ppl have the virus in their system and some people dont. Ive always gotten them the most in my family out of my brother and sister, but my mom never gets them.\nFever blisters come up for lots of reasons, stress, excitement, when you're sick and your immune system is run down.  Any kind of major hormone change could trigger an outbreak.  i also find that if i have been out in the sun the whole day (my skin is very fair and sensitive to sun) then i tend to get one but it is different for each person.\nwhen i was ounger i used to get so excited going on holdays i used to get one just before.\ni have a fever bister at the moment which came out less than an hour after i heard my best friend had died - the cause of this one: the stress and the enormous sudden emotional change that caused my body to become vulnerable to them.
960267
well blisters take time to heal so here are two things that you can do. \n1. place a band-aid on the blister\n2. Put duct tape on the blister\n3. put moleskin on the blister\n\nhope that helps
79215
I get cold-sores every other year or so.  I hate them and they're nasty looking.  I've tried plenty of over-the-counter medications but the only one that really worked well is called Abreva - it cut down the cold sore to about 2 days vs. the usual 5-7 I would experience in the past.  The downside is that it's expensive.  You can find it at your local drugstore.
450159
use vaseline ON YOUR BURNS, rash or cuts . it helps alot !
27981
no. however a "fever blister" or cold sore is generally speaking most likely herpes type 1. "Genital Herpes" aka herpes type 2 however can look like just a fever blister. what I mean by this is that other than the genitals you can get herpes blisters on your fingers (usually around the cuticle area) and on you lips,inside your mouth and in some particularly painful cases on your eye lids. so by Herpes symptoms what exactly do you mean? Fever, chills, more blisters?  A blood test for herpes only shows for whether you have been exposed to the virus, NOT if you have been infected with it. The difference is that if you are exposed to a virus you blood builds up antibodies to that virus which means next time you are exposed you can fight back! When you are infected the virus "wins" and you get sick. The only definative test there is currently (at least to my knowlege) is a culture of the blister before it dries up. I know this sounds gross and it is... but if you don't find out if you have herpes, well you could go for 30 years and not know you have it and then when you are married and pregnant suddenly your husband gets an outbreak. Oh yeah did I mention that you don't have to have an outbreak to transmit herpes type 2. Now, not only do you have a significant other to worry about but did you know that if you have an outbreak during certain parts of your pregnancy your baby could die. or it might just be brain damaged. Point being just get that blister checked out ok? Trust me... The reason I know this stuff is because I waited too long to find out. I've never had a real outbreak but I have had a blood test which says I have at least been exposed to both types... so just TRUST ME You'll be glad to have a REAL answer either way
1128102
You are better USING ICE CUBES on your sores for 20 minutes repeat every 2 hours..\n\nalso its possible if you feel a new sore coming to stop it from erupting..at a early stage one day and your sore is gone..\n\n(Withe the ice cube,(cold and water) you are fooling the skin to believe taht the virus causing the eruption is gone
608682
i would put a tiny bit of ZOVIRAX cream on  where you get cold sore everyday( prevention better than cure ) and you won't get cold sore in future.also are you sure it is a cold sore ? if scar is big and obvious a plastic surgeon can remove the scar and healthy underlying tissue should grow to fill where the scar was and your lip will look normal again
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How Do I Know If I Have It? \n\n\nTo see if you have the virus, your doctor may simply examine the cold sore or may take a culture from it. \n\nWhat Are the Treatments? \n\nYou can't cure a cold sore, but you can alleviate the pain it causes by avoiding spicy or acidic foods, applying ice, and using over-the-counter remedies. Look for medicines that contain numbing agents such as phenol and emollients to reduce cracking and soften scabs. Abreva is an over the counter topical remedy used to help speed healing and minimize pain from a cold sore.\n\nIf your cold sore is especially painful or irritating, your doctor may prescribe an anesthetic gel to alleviate pain or an antiviral oral medication to speed healing or prevent recurrence. The antiviral agents currently available for treatment include acyclovir, famciclovir and valcyclovir.  These oral medications are more effective in treatment when started within the first 48 hours of the outbreak.\n\nCold sores can become complicated by a bacterial infection so it is also important to keep them clean by washing gently with soap and water as needed.\n\nHow Can I Prevent Them? \n\nWash your hands after touching a cold sore. \nDon't rub your eyes after touching your cold sore; you could develop an ocular herpes infection, which may lead to blindness if left untreated. \nDon't touch your genitals after touching your cold sore; you could develop genital herpes. \nReplace your toothbrush. \nEat foods high in lysine, or take supplements. \nDon't kiss someone who has a cold sore or use the same utensils, towels, or razors. \nUse sunscreen to the face and lips before prolonged exposure to the sun. \nCold sores -- also called fever blisters -- are a painful infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). These blisters are usually caused by HSV Type 1 but can less commonly be due to HSV Type 2. They may show up anywhere on your body but are most likely to appear on your gums, the outside of your mouth and lips, your nose, cheeks, or fingers. Blisters form, then break and ooze; a yellow crust develops and eventually sloughs off, revealing new skin underneath. The sores usually last seven to 10 days and are contagious until they crust over completely.\n\nNinety percent of all people get at least one cold sore in their lives. This first occurrence is often the worst. Some children who are affected may become seriously ill. After the first infection, many people develop antibodies and never have another cold sore. About 40% of American adults, however, have repeated cold sores. \n\nAlthough cold sores generally are not serious, the infection may be life-threatening for anyone who has AIDS or whose immune system is depressed by other disorders or medications. \n\nThe infection from a cold sore may cause blindness if it spreads to the eye; herpes is a frequent cause of infectious blindness. \n\nWhat Causes Them? \n\n Cold sores are usually caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV)-Type 1, which is transmitted by such forms of contact as kissing an infected person or sharing eating utensils, towels, or razors. Genital herpes is usually caused by herpes simplex virus Type 2. A person with a cold sore who performs oral sex on another person can give that person genital lesions with HSV-1. \n\nSores may develop as late as 20 days after exposure to the virus. Once the virus enters your body, it may emerge years later at or near the original site of entry. Approximately 2 days before an attack you may experience itching or sensitivity at the site. The virus may be triggered by certain foods, stress, fever, colds, allergies, sunburn, and menstruation.