Do you have painful blisters or sores around your mouth? You may have cold sores (oral herpes) and could benefit from treatment.
You’ll receive advice, recommendations, and a treatment plan at no charge. A $50 processing fee applies only if you need a prescription.
Cold sores, also known as fever blisters, are caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). They typically appear as small, painful blisters or sores around the mouth or lips.
What are the symptoms of cold sores?
Symptoms can include tingling, itching, or burning before the blisters appear, followed by the development of small, fluid-filled blisters that eventually crust over and heal. Cold sores can be recurrent, meaning they can come back periodically.
How are cold sores treated?
Treatment focuses on relieving symptoms and reducing the duration of outbreaks. Antiviral medications, either topical or oral, can help speed up healing and prevent future outbreaks.
A chat consult with Well Revolution might be right for you if:
Treatment for cold sores typically involves:
Other cold sore treatments may not be available through Chat-consult.
Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), which is a common virus that most people are exposed to during childhood.
While there's no cure for oral herpes, you can reduce the frequency and severity of outbreaks by avoiding triggers (stress, sun exposure, illness), practicing good hygiene, and using antiviral medications as prescribed.
Yes, it's possible to get genital herpes from someone with oral herpes through oral sex.
Yes, oral herpes is contagious and can be spread through direct contact with an infected person, such as kissing or sharing utensils.
Cold sores typically heal within 7-10 days without treatment, but antiviral medications can speed up healing.
If you experience frequent or severe cold sore outbreaks, you should consult with a doctor to discuss treatment options and potential underlying causes.
One-off consults are provide at no charge for medical advice and treatment plans. A $50 processing fee applies only if you need a prescription.
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