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Drying a cold sore

Updated: 9/7/2023
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There are several ways that a cold sore may dry up quicker. See the related link for information on this.

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See the related link on some suggestions to dry up cold sores.

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You can get a cold sore wet.


Is a cold sore a micro-organism?

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Can nipples get sore due to cold weather?

Nipples can get sore due to cold weather.


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Should you pop your fever blister?

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How is a cold sore caught?

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Do you get sore throat by drinking cold water?

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