If you have a cold sore, you will never recover completely. This means the herpes simplex virus type 1 will always remain in your body. A study explains why. Cold sore victims have defective genes. This weakens the immune system which poses a vulnerability against the virus. Yet, you can beef up your immune system so it can deal with the virus more effectively.
We all know that HVS1 actually is responsible for cold sores. In the U.S. alone, about 60 percent of adults are infected with this virus. This is an evidence of how contagious is the virus. Recently, the Scottish scientists have learned that cold sore sufferers have a mutation in a gene that contributes to a strong immune system against the herpes virus. They studied thousands of genes to pinpoint the right protein that is used by the immune system to fight the virus. This means that certain genes can keep the HSV1 at bay. So if the genes are mutated, the immune system will be more susceptible to the HSV1. And this will lead to the cold sore outbreaks. Professor Juergen Haas, of the University of Edinburgh’s Division of Pathway Medicine commented that "most people carry the cold sore strain of the herpes simplex virus, but until now we never knew why only some of them develop cold sores. Knowing that susceptibility to the virus involved relates to people’s genes reinforces the need to research, not only the evolution of viruses themselves, but also the susceptibility of hosts to infection". If you have recurrent cold sores, you should take lysine supplements. They can boost your immune system, reducing the chances of outbreak.
You found this post because you are feeling that familiar tingling on your lip right now. Soon, you will notice a red blister. Then the pain will set in.
I know it is embarrassing. But, rest assured that you are not alone. In this case, what can you do? Here are some lip cold sore remedies that may be useful to you. Go through them. Probably you may find something that works.
I;ve tried every product out there and dynamiclear is the only thing that worked that wasn't damaging. For more info, visit http://coldsorebuster.info
If you have had an outbreak of cold sores in the past, you should wear a lip balm with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 at all times, but especially when you are outdoors in the sun, says Dr. Kakita. If you have an open cold sore, don't use the balm stick directly on your lips, or you'll spread the virus around, says Dr. Kakita. Instead use a cotton swab to apply balm not only to your lips but also to the skin around the outside border. For more info, visit http://www.prevention.com/health/health-concerns/how-treat-and-prevent-cold-sores?page=2
You just discover that you have a cold sore. The most annoying thing is that you have a house party in the next two days. You want it to disappear in one day. What do your friends suggest you should do? Treating a cold sore overnight may be possible but not likely. Yet I have found some people who have tried overnight cold sore remedies and they work for them. Go ahead and try the following methods.
My friend had this blue tube when I was visiting her with Cedar in it. I think that is the natural ingredient in it. The stuff is called AZZURX. Anyway, it worked overnight. It stopped it from becoming a cold sore! See more at: http://midnightremedies.com/11-1-coldsores.html
Backers of the tea tree oil treatment claim that it can reduce the duration of a cold sore by nearly 50 percent, greatly minimizing the size of the sore overnight. Tea tree oil has antiseptic, antiviral, anti-fungal, and antibiotic properties. Additionally, its anti-inflammatory properties keep the size of the cold sore in check. See more at: http://www.wikihow.com/Get-Rid-of-a-Cold-Sore-Fast
I was shocked to come across this forum, as I had ordered Dynamiclear for cold sores over a year ago and can I say this stuff works!! After applying the product once, my herpes went away almost overnight and has not returned. See more at: http://coldsorebuster.info
If you would just dip a wet finger in alum and place it on a mouth sore it would heal it almost overnight. I've never had a cold sore but I've had sores in my mouth and I know it truly is well on it's way to being healed with no more pain the next morning. See more at: http://www.howdoesshe.com/lets-talk-about-it-zap-that-cold-sore-fast/
Sometimes, prescriptions make your cold sore worse. Herpes simplex virus 1 can develop resistance against certain medications, making them far less effective in treating cold sores. If you are considering herbal cold sore remedies, here are some herbs that may help to stop the virus from multiplying.
One of my favorite cold sore remedy for dealing with the herpes virus is lemon balm. This gentle, tonic herb has strong anti-viral properties. Herbalist, Heather Nic an Fleishdier has a great cold sore home remedy. She has great success removing the herpes virus from her body by drinking infusions of lemon balm and St. John's Wort on a daily basis. See more at: http://www.learningherbs.com/cold_sore_home_remedies.html
Dynamiclear is a herbal topical remedy for cold sores. It contains St. John’s wart extract that works in healing wounds and blisters. It also contains copper sulfate which is a sulfuric compound. Sulfur is known to heal all sorts of skin diseases throughout centuries. See more at: http://coldsorebuster.info
Taken preventively as well as during an outbreak anti-viral herbs can help to minimize the virus from replicating and stop it from attaching to cells. Garlic (Allium sativum.) St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum) Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) Cedar (Thuja occidentalis) Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) Aloe (Aloe vera) Elderberry (Sambucus spp.) Echinacea (Echinacea spp.) Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) See more at: http://www.methowvalleyherbs.com/2009/10/herbal-considerations-for-cold-sores.html
Immunomodulating herbs build and strengthen the immune system. Immunomodulating herbs support your immune system, making your body less vulnerable to the virus herpes simplex 1. Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis) Shitake (Lentinula edodes) Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum) See more at: http://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/cold-sore-remedies.html
As you are getting ready for a big event, you spot a reddish blister on your lip. It is a nerve-racking moment especially when you are searching for an instant cold sore remedy. Here are suggestions recommended by cold sore victims.
Native Americans used the herb chaparral (Larrea tridentata) as a remedy for colds and viruses, arthritis, burns, sores and other problems. Recently a company has patented a product called Larreastat derived from chaparral that has proven very effective in deactivating certain viruses, relieving inflammation and clearing up certain skin conditions. The product comes in capsules and a spray, which provides almost instant relief from cold sore pain. More info at http://www.health911.com/cold_sores
Apply Dynamiclear to any sores: this solution works amazingly fast to destroy the infection and begin healing. It is a "single dose" application, meaning you only apply it once per sore during any given outbreak. More info at http://coldsorebuster.info
I woke up this morning with 4 tiny blisters on my lip. I soaked a needle in alcohol I put a tiny little pin hole in each of the 4 blisters on my lip. The fluid drained and I held an alcohol soaked cotton ball on the blisters for 10 minutes. Cold sore completely gone. I have suffered for years and have used every remedy known to man. Nothing worked everything just helped the healing time. You may not agree with my remedy...thats fine. Just dont try it. I have.never broken the blisters until today and I have to say thats the cure. It instantly stops the inflammation and pain and swelling. More info at http://www.myhomeremedies.com/static/cold-sores.html
