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Herbal Remedies for Cold Sores and Fever
Blisters
Cold sores and fever blisters are one and the same. They're caused by the
herpes simplex virus and they're quite contagious. Cold sores usually last
about seven to ten days. They start out with a tingling feeling around the
outside of your lip and turn into red, raised, fluid filled blisters within a day
or two. In rare cases, a cold sore can form inside your mouth, on your nose
or on your chin. Cold sores can take up to twenty days to develop after
exposure.
There are two types of herpes simplex viruses to be aware of: Type 1 and type
2. Type 1 causes cold sores and type 2 is the genital version. Either type
can cause sores on both the facial areas and the genitals, though. Once you've
gotten a cold sore at least once, the virus stays in your skin and can crop up
again throughout the years. Sometimes stress or menstruation can trigger
outbreaks.
Cold sores often clear up on their own, though, unless you have a weakened
immune system. Herbal approaches to treatment include disinfecting the sores
and helping the immune system fight the virus.
Black Walnut is the herb of choice to use for cold sores and fever blisters.
This herb is an antiseptic which is high in natural iodine and can be used
both externally and internally to treat cold sores. Use black walnut extract
to paint the cold sores several times each day and take dried black walnut
herb internally as well.
Aloe Vera gel is another popular herb to use for treating cold sores. It too
can be applied to the sores several times each day and the juice can be drunk
as well.
Comfrey salve will help heal the cold sores as well. This is a cell
proliferant which helps your body heal very quickly. Prick the cold sores and
apply comfrey salve externally for best results.
Remember that cold sores and fever blisters are quite contagious,
particularly when a sore is present, so you should avoid contact with babies
and anyone who has a weakened immune system from diseases such as HIV and
Diabetes.
When you have active sores, be sure to keep your hands clean and avoid
contact with other areas of your body such as the eyes and genital areas. Also
be sure to sterilize or replace your toothbrush when outbreaks occur, and of
course avoid kissing anyone until you're healed.
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