Terry White Catalogue - 23/06-12/07/2022 (Page 28)

cold sores 101 what are cold sores? cold sores are blisters that appear around or in the virus for life how do i know if i have one? may feel a tingling or slightly stinging sensation by the appearance of a blister that crusts over and eventually falls off are they contagious? even when there aren't any visible blisters should i be concerned? the immunocompromised and people with eczema are unsure what should i do if i have a cold sore? treat with an antiviral product as soon as you feel what products can help your cold sore heal the vast majority of adults around 90% have cold sore antibodies meaning they have been in contact with the virus what causes my cold sores to flare up? there are a few reasons cold sores reappear and working to avoid them will help limit how • stress • tiredness and fatigue ● being sick with an illness that can cause fever • broken skin around the mouth and nose ● exposure to the sun and wind keep it to yourself! this is definitely a time not to overshare keep cold sores to yourself with these tips • avoid touching or picking at your cold sores and wash hands if you your potentially cause an eye infection towels or other personal items ● especially babies and other vulnerable people did you know? the name 'cold sore' is due to the common cold being a trigger for flare ups