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Cold Sores

Cold sores are common infections caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1). Most people get infected during childhood, and more than half of Americans ages 14 to 49 have cold sores.

‍The bad news is: cold sores are not curable.

The good news is: outbreaks can be treated with medication.

Treatment

Wedding day coming up? Big vacation planned? A pill a day keeps the outbreaks away. To suppress future outbreaks, we offer auto refill prescriptions of Valacyclovir.

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Learn About Cold Sores

Do you suffer from cold sores? What are some tips for relief? How can you avoid infecting others? Learn from our Alpha Providers.

Self Care Tips

Place a clean, cold, wet towel on the cold sore for 5-10 minutes a few times a day to minimize redness and irritation. Ice the cold sore to lessen pain, burning, or itching
Apply a non-prescription gel or ointment to help relieve symptoms (usually contains either benzocaine, lidocaine, dibucaine, or benzyl alcohol)
Avoid foods that are spicy, salty, or acidic

How to Avoid Infecting Others

WHAT TO AVOID DURING AN OUTBREAK

Oral contact like kissing, especially children
Close contact with anyone who has a weakened immune system, including newborn babies
Sharing personal items like lip balm, towels, or razors
Sharing beverages or food
Touching your cold sores (wash your hands frequently throughout the day, and if you touch a cold sore or apply medicine to it, wash your hands immediately afterward)