MY lip is killing me and I look like I got punched in the mouth... I need hugs!!!
bedda26
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I know just how you feel. I had one too last year right above my lip and under my nose. I used to cry about it sometimes cuz it just seemed like it would never go away. I had it for like 2 weeks. And we were on vacation with DH's family during one of those weeks. It was awful I didn't feel like being in any pictures. I just wanted to hide in my hotel room...
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Posted by bedda26
I know just how you feel. I had one too last year right above my lip and under my nose. I used to cry about it sometimes cuz it just seemed like it would never go away. I had it for like 2 weeks. And we were on vacation with DH's family during one of those weeks. It was awful I didn't feel like being in any pictures. I just wanted to hide in my hotel room...
Oh my goodness, sounds like you need hugs
I know it's from stress, I've been so stressed this week/month! I'm hoping it will go away by Monday, I hate looking like this
bedda26
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Thanks!
Hopefully yours will be gone by monday and not linger for 3 weeks like mine did. I forgot what ointment I used for it. I remember posting about it and people giving suggestions on which creams they used. It started with an A but darn I can't remember the rest.
It's horrible to have a cold sore. I had never gotten one ever and I wasn't in any stress.
Miro127
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get Abreva - it's over the counter - kinda pricey - but very much worth it!
bedda26
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Posted by Miro127
get Abreva - it's over the counter - kinda pricey - but very much worth it!
Abreva! That's what I used...Thanks for making me remember. It was good...
CaCRmr
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I actually get them a lot so I have Denevir which is a prescription creme. I can't wait to go home and put some on. I'm trying to hide it with lipstick but it's making it worse
DCSAAB06
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Keep it moist but not by lipstick. It will bring it out more.
I get them all the time..just had a mini one the other day. So to you because I do feel your pain. They are annoying!
If you get them so often..try having your doc prescribe Valtrex. Its a pill and the instant you feel that sucker coming on, u take one and I swear it will go away and not come out. It also helps in healing them quicker than Denavir. Even applying ice on it right away can stop it from coming out.
Just another piece of advice that I am unfortunately horrible at doing myself....Lysine vitamin every day. It is suppose to keep them away. That is why we get them. Lack of. Anyways, hope it heals soon
bedda26
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Posted by DCSAAB06
Keep it moist but not by lipstick. It will bring it out more.
I get them all the time..just had a mini one the other day. So to you because I do feel your pain. They are annoying!
If you get them so often..try having your doc prescribe Valtrex. Its a pill and the instant you feel that sucker coming on, u take one and I swear it will go away and not come out. It also helps in healing them quicker than Denavir. Even applying ice on it right away can stop it from coming out.
Just another piece of advice that I am unfortunately horrible at doing myself....Lysine vitamin every day. It is suppose to keep them away. That is why we get them. Lack of. Anyways, hope it heals soon
Knock on wood, I haven't gotten another sore. But what are the sympoms again. So I know...
By the way some because you have to deal with this all the time.
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if you can, get a prescription for valtrex - it clears it right up. (best taken at the first symptoms, but it will still help)
Also keep it mosit so it doesn't scab over. Take ibuprofin and ice it - that will help the pain & swelling.
totally feel your pain - sorry!
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Posted by bedda26
Posted by Miro127
get Abreva - it's over the counter - kinda pricey - but very much worth it!
Abreva! That's what I used...Thanks for making me remember. It was good...
There's one I like more than Abreva - it's ZilactinL. It comes in a tiny little white bottle, and it's under $10. Not only does it help the sore, it numbs it (contains Lidocaine) so it doesn't hurt so much.
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Thanks for the hugs!
Basically the first symptom is a slight tingle on the lip. Thats when I pop my Valtrex and Im cold sore free!
It comes out during stress, the sun or being sick. Those are the triggers and for the most part are dorment. I dont get that lucky. I just know how to fight them off quicker now!
CaCRmr
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WOW! you guys have given me great advice. I'm going to print out all the responses and check out all you have mentioned.
bedda26
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WOW! you guys have given me great advice. I'm going to print out all the responses and check out all you have mentioned.
luvsbob4603
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feel better put some lip therapy on it!
CaCRmr
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feel better put some lip therapy on it!
I feel bad, I can't even kiss DH for fear it will spread
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Posted by CaCRmr
MY lip is killing me and I look like I got punched in the mouth... I need hugs!!!
Have you been kissing my DH??????
He has one too!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
bedda26
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Posted by Karacg
Posted by CaCRmr
MY lip is killing me and I look like I got punched in the mouth... I need hugs!!!
Have you been kissing my DH??????
He has one too!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hmmm makes you wonder...
CaCRmr
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Posted by Karacg
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MY lip is killing me and I look like I got punched in the mouth... I need hugs!!!
Have you been kissing my DH??????
He has one too!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'm sorry Kara, I've been lip locking with your DH.... don't tell mine ok?
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Posted by LisaT
if you can, get a prescription for valtrex - it clears it right up. (best taken at the first symptoms, but it will still help)
Also keep it mosit so it doesn't scab over. Take ibuprofin and ice it - that will help the pain & swelling.
totally feel your pain - sorry!
Isn't Valtrex for Herpes? Don't mean to offend anyone, but isn't that what's on the commercials?
