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A cold sore is a herpes infection For some people, their immune system suppresses the virus; for others they have outbreaks. Each persons immune system is different.
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What happens if you pick at your scab from a cold sore?
it could spark an infction or re inspire the cold sore
How do you remove a cold sore?
Sorry hun but you can't remove a cold sore. Cold sores are caused by a permanent virus. Once you have it you can have beak outs ocasionally through out your lie. But you can treat them with creams and medication.
Can you get a cold sore wet?
You can get a cold sore wet.
What is a cold sore flare up?
Cold sores are caused by the herpes virus. It never leaves your body once you get it. Periodically, usually during times of stress, the virus will appear on the surface of the body as a sore.
What happens if you drink from someone who has chapped lips?
I'm sure you won't get dry lips..only if the person that drunk out of the glass cup (ect) has a cold sore, then there is a pretty big chance of you getting a cold sore.
Is a cold sore a micro-organism?
A cold sore is a micro-organism.
Is a cold sore caused by a bacteria?
A cold sore is caused by a virus.
Can you pop your cold sore?
Do not pop the cold sore; it can cause it to spread.
What does it mean if your cold sore is yellow?
That is a natural part of the healing process but you are still contagious. Up utill the cold sore is completely gone you can still pas it on. Don't touch the cold sore, if you have to wash your hands after touching it. Don't cover it with mke up, that will only aggravate the sore. Apply some cream like Abreva to the sore regulaly to help speed up the healing process.
Can anyone get cold sore?
Anyone, who comes into contact with the virus, can get a cold sore.
Can dogs get a cold sore from people?
Dogs wont get a cold sore from people.
Can you spread a cold sore when its above your lip and not touching it?
The cold sore virus is usually localized, once it breaks out some where it doesn't usually spread to other places. You would have to touch the sore and with in seconds touch another area of your mouth in order to spread it. If you have to touch a cold sore wash your hands or refrain from touching other parts of your body like your eyes or genitals for a while.
