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How are cold sores treated in alternative medicine?
There is no cure for cold sores but many alternative treatments can reduce outbreaks and shorten healing time.
How many kissing diseases exist?
There are many from mononucleosis to cold sores..
How many people get cold sores?
Approximately two thirds (2/3) of the population of earth have the usually dormant Herpes Simplex Virus, which is the cause of 'cold sores'.
Are sores in the mouth contagious and can it be transferred by kissing?
Sores in mouth are caused by many different factors. Those caused by physical injuries such as canker sores, are not contagious. However, mouth sores caused by virus or bacteria could be contagious through kissing.
Can too much protein cause cold sores?
NO, protein can help strengthen the immune system. When the immune system is healthy then you may not get as many cold sores. Common triggers for cold sores are, being out in very hot or cold weather for long periods of time, prolonged sun exposure and lowered immune system due to illness or stress.
Where can one learn how to get rid of cold sores fast?
One can talk to their local pharmacist or personal doctor to learn how to get rid of cold sores fast. Many online sites like EHow, offer advice on this. One can also visit sites like Abreva, makers of cold sore medicine, for tips and ideas on how to get rid of cold sores fast.
What is a stress lesion?
Stress can manifest into many things stress lesions are blisters or sores. Some people get these lesions on there mouth which are cold sores some get them on their hands.
What is a good, over the counter remedy for cold sores?
I have used many different products to relieve chapped lips and cold sores. Carmex and Burt's Bees are always good choices in my humble opinion. You can get them in any local drug store in the lip care treatment section.
Are you more apt to develop shingles if you have frequent cold sores?
Yes there are chances, however, there are not many cases developing shingles. But if you do its no surprise.
Does eating peppers remove cold sores?
No cold sores are a form of heroes which is viral A form of HERPES. There are many drugs for clearing up cold sores. There are also natural supplements that work also. Personally I take 100 mg of lLysine every day and I don't get them anymore. And before I started taking it everyday, when I got a cold sore, I would take 2000 mg every 6 hours and the sore would be gone in three days and never really "erupt" to a nasty looking one.
How many people in SA has cold agglutinin disease?
1 out of 4
What are some human diseases that virus causes?
The "common" cold, chicken pox, cold sores, HIV disease/AIDS, cervical cancer (HPV), herpes, Fifth disease, roseola... there are way more than 5 illnesses caused by viruses, and most of them are more common than we know.
