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Lip Tips

Your toothbrush may carry the cold sore virus during outbreaks. Best to throw it out and get a new one.
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More than 50 percent of American adults live with cold sores or fever blisters. So going through life with cold sores is pretty common for all of us. But, it does not need to be a socially isolating stigma. Below are some tips for living and managing life before and when cold sore outbreaks occur. Always remember, you’re not alone and if you would like to share your own Lip Tips we’d love to hear from you too!

“CSI-you”

Learn your personal cold sore triggers to help avoid future outbreaks...

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Foods that trigger cold sores

As with most health complaints, diet is an important factor for preventing...

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Kissing and cold sores

So yes, and we know that’s what you’re wondering about…a kiss can...

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Get rid of a cold sore fast

To get rid of cold sores fast it’s important to know that many factors...

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Sleep and cold sores

Fatigue from a lack of sleep can easily trigger a cold sore or fever...

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Feeling confident with a cold sore

To help you feel less self-conscious during a cold sore or fever blister...

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Special events and cold sores

Living with cold sores…and my prom, wedding, first date, (insert the...

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Alternative sources of cold sore relief

From practicing gratitude to meditation, explore alternative sources...

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Changing weather triggers cold sores

A change in seasons or a change in the weather can trigger a cold sore...

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Does lysine work for cold sores?

Lysine is essential for many bodily functions, including helping with calcium...

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Hiding cold sores

Your cold sore will go through stages; hiding it can be tricky, but keep...

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You're not alone

HSV-1, the virus that causes cold sores, is common in the US, and...

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Meditation and cold sores

Here is a simple meditation technique you can use to help relieve...

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ASMR and cold sores

Stress is a major trigger for cold sore outbreaks. If you haven't already...

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Acidic foods and cold sores

There are many things to think about when you have a cold sore and...

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