Cold sores or fever blisters are viral
infection of the skin. They are caused by herpes simplex type
1 (HSC – 1).
Symptoms
Cold sores often develop around the skin on the lips:
the affected site begins to tingle
one or more clusters of tiny, painful
blisters develop and the surrounding skin becomes inflamed
the blisters burst and become crusty
usually the blisters subside within 10
– 14 days
Development
Most people have been infected by the virus
by the time they reach adulthood. The initial infection often
goes unnoticed but may cause blisters in the mouth. The virus
then remain dormant in the nerve cells. Some of the trigger
factors are:
colds, influenza and similar infections
heavy use of alcohol
period of low physical immunity
physical stress
emotional stress
Contagious
Yes cold sores are contagious. It is present in saliva of
affected persons
Treatment
Prescription antiviral medication are available. The most
common antiviral drugs used is acyclovir. This drug may cause
nausea, kidney damage and may produce symptoms such as
confusion and seizures.
Amantadine causes reaction such as dizziness, confusion and
insomnia. Ganciclovir may cause skin rashes and nausea. This
drug can reduce red blood cell production causing anemia and
white blood cell production and thereby reducing immunity. It
may also lead to kidney problems. Ribovirin can cause anemia.
If you
have to take medication ask your doctor for drugs that do not
have side effects.
Cold sores can easily be
treated using holistic herbal formulation because a good
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anti-viral activity
anti-septic function
anti-toxin properties
improve tissue regeneration to provide fast healing
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