Home Remedies: Cold Sores

Cold sores are a form of blister that is caused by the herpes simplex virus. They’re generally unpredictable but their are things that you can do to take care them.

It’s common for people to find themselves getting cold sores under situations that are about the same. For example, some people get them around the time they’re getting over a cold. Or another example would be when they show up when you’ve been out in the sun too long.

If the cause of the cold sore is unavoidable their are things that can help you get rid of them. For example, some people use a wet hot teabag on it.

Or using a wet cloth, place it over the sore and then dry it out with a blow dryer set on high. The drying effect may help ease the pain.

If worse comes to worse, and it doesn’t seem to be leaving, it might be time to consider an over-the-counter ointment. Just remember to follow the instructions on the packaging.