How to Prevent a Cold Sore

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Tip 1 - Kicking Cold Sores 101

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Yuri Bilyk | permalink

There's nothing more annoying than getting a cold sore. Here's what causes them and how to prevent them.

For further reading: http://www.prevention.com/health/health-concerns/how-treat-and-prevent-cold-sores ^[1]

Tip 2 - Cold Sores-Topic Overview

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Snowballbunny | permalink

Cold sores, sometimes called fever blisters, are clusters of small blisters on the lip and outer edge of the mouth.
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For further reading: http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/tc/cold-sores-topic-overview ^[2]

Tip 3 - 16 Ways to Prevent & Get Rid of Cold Sores | Everyday Roots

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Laura Marchesi | permalink

A cold sore is not welcome on your face, or anywhere else, for that matter. Not only are they cosmetically unappealing, they can be downright painful. Let’s get over the fact they’re caused by the herpes virus. We all know it, and that aspect gets far too much attention. Defining cold sores...

For further reading: http://everydayroots.com/cold-sore-remedies ^[3]

Tip 4 - Cold Sores Causes, Symptoms, Treatment - Cold Sore Prevention - eMedicineHealth

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by U Bdiawlke | permalink

Read about cold sores, which are caused by a viral infection that attacks the skin and nervous system. They're small, painful, fluid-filled blisters on the lips, mouth or nose.

For further reading: http://www.emedicinehealth.com/cold_sores/page8_em.htm ^[4]

Tip 5 - How to Keep a Cold Sore at Bay

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by soupignorant | permalink

Cold sores are common and contagious, but that doesn't mean you have to walk around with cold sore lips. Learn about cold sore remedies that can help.

For further reading: http://www.everydayhealth.com/skin-and-beauty/skin-conditions/coping-with-cold-sores.aspx ^[5]