How To Treat Cold Sore On Lips- 686 Questions Answered

I am pregnant and i have a cold sore in my upper lip can i take amoxicillin? Is it safe

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Dr. Soumya E A Ayurveda | Chennai

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Maximum avoid antibiotics.that is good for your child. You can go for a doctor consultation and can use local ointment ... Read More

I have a cold sore on lips. I want to know if there si any medication for preventing it to come out

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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

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You may be having recurrent herpes. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ... Read More

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My question is that why cold sore or fever blister occurs on my lips average 3 times a year especially in summer.its usually fade in 1 week what causes its to occur .what blood test and medicines or dr who can treat is available in mumbai.what sign it .

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Dr. Pallavi Atul Homoeopath | Mumbai

Hello Dear, The blister that you are referring to can be a variety of herpes virus known as Herpes Simplex. A confirm diagnosis can be made only by physical examination. If you can visit me when you ... Read More

I have got cold sores/herpes blisters on my lower lip. Please advise which ointment i should apply. Thankyou

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Dr. Manoj Waghmare Dermatologist | Nagpur

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Please visit a nearby dermatologist....it's always better to get examined by an expert rather than self diagnosis n treatment ... Read More

Hi I have blisters kind . Cold sore on my lips. I get it often. Plz suggest some medicine n permanent cure

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Dr. Raghav Bhargava Endocrinologist | Delhi

Dear Ma’am Will need images and it is easily curable ... Read More

I often have cold sore around my lips. It's very frequent. I've my marriage in may and I'm afraid if there will be any at that time then it will spoil beauty of my face. Sometimes around lips, between nose and lips or just on lips. Plz do needful.

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I can feel a cold sore forming on my lip and I was hoping to find if it is possible to stop it from properly surfacing and if things like tea tree oil help and how to use them. It is the first day of my cold sore and it’s really important I get rid of it very quickly.

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Dr. Jayna Doshi Dentist | Vadodara

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You need to make sure you keep the area moist Use petroleum jelly Take painkillers to reduce pain You can also use topical benzocaine ... Read More

My mother keeps getting recurrent cold sores on her lips(Attached the photo) She had Bell's Palsy three months ago which is now getting better slowly. What are these cold sores. Are they something to worry about? I have attached a photo.

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Dr. Rupal V Rana General Physician | Mumbai

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If a person keeps getting cold sores, there may be an underlying cause. Many factors can trigger reactivation and subsequent cold sore outbreaks, including: hormonal changes, such as those associated ... Read More

The way of cold sore has changed earlier it used to pop up at one or two place but it doesn't comes as pore but it makes my lips tighter and more dry if don't apply any cream I unable to speak my inner mouth is also red my lips have become lighter blackish I use sofinox cream for cold sore

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Dr. Govind S Mittal Dermatologist | Bangalore

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I guess you must use vaseline repeatedly - and SEE a dermatologist physically to sort this issue. Warm regards, Dr Govind S Mittal, Bengaluru. ... Read More

I had cold sores on my lower lip and they are paining very much. I went to near by pharmacy and they gave me Ora Fast gel. So Please suggest me whether this works or should i go for any alternative.

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Dr. Neelam Nath Bhatia General Physician | Delhi

Try clotrimazole lotion locally Cleanse the food pipe Deworming to be done every 6 months Metrogyl 200 mg twice a day after food Albendazole stat and repeat after six months ... Read More

Hey I m having cold sores frequency can anyone suggest me wht to avoid so that I can get some relief...also pls suggest me some topical cream to apply when I saw the first sign of cold sores..I don't want to take any oral medicine because my stomach gets upset...my diet is poor..can I use peppermint essential oil or any other thing??

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Dr. Shama Naaz Dermatologist | Nagpur

Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ... Read More

I had a fever last week. Got one blister at the lower lip line and at the nose. White heads are there. Little itchy and pain. Please suggest medicine.

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have got a few small pimple like bumps on lip corner since 2 days. Started with lip crack.kindly help

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

Hi doctors I have a 11 month old baby for the first time in life I have got a cold sore on my lips I didn't know that it's a cold sore I thought it's some pimple and I have kissed my baby and since it' was paining I went to dermatologist after 2 days doctor said it's a cold sore and gave me pills and I am putting mask since then but am worried of m

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Dr. Lakshmi Kranthi Mogallapu Pediatrician | Rajahmundry

Hi If your baby becomes feverish, lethargic, irritable, stops eating, or develops blisters/rashes, contact a pediatrician immediately Don't worry just visit ur near paediatrician of symptoms exist or ... Read More

I have been experiencing a sore throat along with a mild cold for the past four to five days. It started gradually, but the discomfort in my throat has continued, making it a bit difficult to speak and swallow at times. The cold symptoms have also lingered, causing slight congestion and an overall feeling of tiredness.

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Dr. Sushma Shah General Physician | Vadodara

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Betadine gargle add 3ml solution in hot to warm water gargle it before meals two times. Azee500 one per day after food for 3to5. Zerodol sp three times a day after food for five days. Montek lc o ... Read More

My 2 year old boy is suffering from a cold and sore throat. how to treat the sore throat and any medication is required?

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Dr. G Avinash Neonatologist | Hyderabad

I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided. Contact me on Practo or WhatsApp chat. Contact nu ... Read More

Dear Doctor, I yesterday got ugly looking cold sores near my left lips. It's really annoying me. How to get rid of them

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Dr. Bhumika Mahawar Dermatologist | Dehradun

You will need proper treatment ... Read More

Hi I had fever, cough, cold for last 4 days. Now I'm having these cold sores on my nose. What medicines can I take or what ointment can I apply to get cured?

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Dr. Priyal Shroff General Physician | Bharuch

I need to see pictures for the treatment. You can consider paracetamol any mucolytic syrup for now ... Read More

Any mouth wash and paste with CPC regular usage to control cold sores? Some suggest CPC stops replication of viruses

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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui Trichologist | Lucknow

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Coolora mouth wash ... Read More

Recently 2 days ago I had consumed cake which troubled my gut severely and I had loose motions along with fever. That got controlled by medication but just a day later I have cold sores on my lower lip and some red itchy bump near my shoulder. Please help me how to cure my cold sores quickly as I have an interview to go tomorrow.

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Dr. Ujjyani Sengupta Pawar General Physician | Mumbai

Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Kindly consult via whatsapp at nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero. ... Read More

Is this a cold sore . I have noticed it last 3 days no pain . It feels flat . It starts at angle of mouth and goes upwards on both sides

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

I got cold sore due to cold, the old one is healed but after that many reappeared on upper area of my chin , it keeps re appearing, it first came on 25 april and now its 11 may, they are in control because i used Herpikind , but they still reappear , what should i do? Please help me

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Dr. Deepak Malik Diabetologist | New Delhi

It’s usually viral and infectious. Can be herpes simplex ... Read More

My son developed a fever a week ago, followed by small blisters appearing all over his body, which subsided within 3-4 days. We consulted a local dermatologist and used prescribed medications and creams. However, over the past two days, cold sore-like lesions have appeared besides his lips, occasionally filled with pus. Could you please explain wha

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

The first time that I experienced cold sores on my lips was in 2019. At that time, I had not been intimate with anyone, but around 4 months prior to that I was. In the past, I had been intimate with two other partners (boyfriends) at different stages of my life. And I don't remember clearly if any of them had ever had a cold sore ever in the durati

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Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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From yesterday I am having cold sores after flu.please prescribed any medicine. I am having this problem past also

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

After using the gel toothpaste my lips becomes red and so much pain with pus inside and lip sore appears in my lip. My lip is white. such problem why it occurs and how it will be cured

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Dr. Amit Harshana Sexologist | New Delhi

Allergic reaction. ... Read More

I have a bunch of cold sores/blisters together on the corner of my lips and before its emergence, I feel a slight increase in body temperature and my lips start to feel dry and tingly and then itchy after emergence. It occurs generally on the corners of my lips on different spots. It's been recurring for 7-8 years in a 3-4 month time period and sta

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Dr. Suresh Purohit Diabetologist | Mumbai

Yes you need proper consultation snd investigations ... Read More

I had sore throat for past 2 days I took meds lorfast am suggested by doctor and now sore throat is much better with no signs of cough .but now I have cold and blocked nose yesterday night.what should I do ? Should I continue with the same cough medicine or switch to common cold meds

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Dr. Sachin Pariskar Pediatrician | Pune

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Avoid cold things . Take steam inhalation ... Read More

My baby 8 months old. 2 days ago I noticed sore lip (small red bulge at the 2 corner of lips) of his lips... How to treat it

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Dr. Asmita Pandey Ayurveda | Noida

Arogyavardhani tab bd-1-1 ... Read More

My baby 8 months old. 2 days ago I noticed sore lip (small red bulge at the 2 corner of lips) of his lips... How to treat it

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Dr. Anuja Bharti Pediatrician | Pune

You can start her on drops zincovit once daily for 2 weeks. Can apply zytee gel over sore areas 3 times a day for 5 days. ... Read More

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I am pregnant and i have a cold sore in my upper lip can i take amoxicillin? Is it safe

I have a cold sore on lips. I want to know if there si any medication for preventing it to come out

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My question is that why cold sore or fever blister occurs on my lips average 3 times a year especially in summer.its usually fade in 1 week what causes its to occur .what blood test and medicines or dr who can treat is available in mumbai.what sign it .

I have got cold sores/herpes blisters on my lower lip. Please advise which ointment i should apply. Thankyou

Hi I have blisters kind . Cold sore on my lips. I get it often. Plz suggest some medicine n permanent cure

I often have cold sore around my lips. It's very frequent. I've my marriage in may and I'm afraid if there will be any at that time then it will spoil beauty of my face. Sometimes around lips, between nose and lips or just on lips. Plz do needful.

I can feel a cold sore forming on my lip and I was hoping to find if it is possible to stop it from properly surfacing and if things like tea tree oil help and how to use them. It is the first day of my cold sore and it’s really important I get rid of it very quickly.

My mother keeps getting recurrent cold sores on her lips(Attached the photo) She had Bell's Palsy three months ago which is now getting better slowly. What are these cold sores. Are they something to worry about? I have attached a photo.

The way of cold sore has changed earlier it used to pop up at one or two place but it doesn't comes as pore but it makes my lips tighter and more dry if don't apply any cream I unable to speak my inner mouth is also red my lips have become lighter blackish I use sofinox cream for cold sore

I had cold sores on my lower lip and they are paining very much. I went to near by pharmacy and they gave me Ora Fast gel. So Please suggest me whether this works or should i go for any alternative.

I had a fever last week. Got one blister at the lower lip line and at the nose. White heads are there. Little itchy and pain. Please suggest medicine.

I have got a few small pimple like bumps on lip corner since 2 days. Started with lip crack.kindly help

My 2 year old boy is suffering from a cold and sore throat. how to treat the sore throat and any medication is required?

Dear Doctor, I yesterday got ugly looking cold sores near my left lips. It's really annoying me. How to get rid of them

Hi I had fever, cough, cold for last 4 days. Now I'm having these cold sores on my nose. What medicines can I take or what ointment can I apply to get cured?

Any mouth wash and paste with CPC regular usage to control cold sores? Some suggest CPC stops replication of viruses

Is this a cold sore . I have noticed it last 3 days no pain . It feels flat . It starts at angle of mouth and goes upwards on both sides

I got cold sore due to cold, the old one is healed but after that many reappeared on upper area of my chin , it keeps re appearing, it first came on 25 april and now its 11 may, they are in control because i used Herpikind , but they still reappear , what should i do? Please help me

From yesterday I am having cold sores after flu.please prescribed any medicine. I am having this problem past also

After using the gel toothpaste my lips becomes red and so much pain with pus inside and lip sore appears in my lip. My lip is white. such problem why it occurs and how it will be cured

I had sore throat for past 2 days I took meds lorfast am suggested by doctor and now sore throat is much better with no signs of cough .but now I have cold and blocked nose yesterday night.what should I do ? Should I continue with the same cough medicine or switch to common cold meds

My baby 8 months old. 2 days ago I noticed sore lip (small red bulge at the 2 corner of lips) of his lips... How to treat it

My baby 8 months old. 2 days ago I noticed sore lip (small red bulge at the 2 corner of lips) of his lips... How to treat it

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