How to prevent cold sores?

Question

I have hsv1 and sometimes it can stay off me for months and sometimes I get it almost every month. I have a first date tomorrow and I just woke up with a stupjd herpes on my lips.
I think it's been trying to get out for some time, but I managed to always catch it. This time I thought that the soft tingling isn't worth getting out of the bed and putting the salve on my lips before I fell asleep. I guess it would have been worth it after all :-\

Answer

I dab small globs of honey on mine (raw honey, not that over processed crap that comes in a bear bottle), while I’m home/at night for as long as possible. When it finally soaks in/dries up I gently rinse the remainder off, grab a cotton swab and dab melaleuca (tea tree oil)  to help kill it faster. Then I throw more honey or coconut oil on it to keep it hydrated. Sometimes I’ll even dab earthly body miracle oil on it. Would recommend purchasing some even if you don’t use it on that it’s so good.
Supplement-wise I’d recommend drinking lots of water and taking lysine & zinc. 
Hope this helps!

Answer

I’ve gotten cold sores since I was 5 and became immune to Abreva, and was prescribed Denavir (it’s amazing!!) but I think it’s most important to find your triggers. For me it’s when I’m beyond stressed & lack of sleep or when the weather dramatically changes. Since I know my triggers I can prep for a cold sore and help prevent them. Also apply ice cubes wrapped in paper towels to help with swelling!

Answer

if you're getting them so often, ask your doctor for anti viral meds and use abreva

How to prevent cold sores?

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