Cold Sores

Herpes Simplex also known as Cold Sore

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Home Remedies for Cold Sores - Cold Sores Alleviation
by: Dr John Anne

Of an oral circumstance, a cold sore, or, otherwise known as a fever blister, is classified within herpes, as herpes simplex virus types one and two. Cold sores are a result of an infection, due to febrile disease, upper respiratory or viral-type infections. The age-old terms of cold sores and fever blisters are derived from such effects as their respective sources of infections, which are frequently referred to as a cold or flu.

Other contributors to such cold sores and fever blisters, which are not in conjunction with either an infection or disease origin, are general psychological stress and anxiety. Small, though annoying and painful in a physical sense, such sores or blisters about the area of the mouth, can be alleviated through home remedies for cold sores.

In their vicinity of outbreak, cold sores, which present themselves orally, are accessible for treatments in the mode of home remedies for cold sores. In appearance, cold sores or fever blisters present themselves as being of a consistency of fluid contained within their small red blisters or bubbles. Cold Sores make their presence in areas such as the lips, nose and outside edges of the mouth. Due to the sensitive nature of such orally related tissues, pain is significant; therefore expediting the afflicted individual's needs of home remedies for cold sores.

Origins of cold sores and fever blisters are borne through the herpes simplex virus, in type one and two. Such virus is highly contagious. Upon the body's immune system weakening, due to a cold, fatigue, fever, flu or stress, this virus makes its attack from within the body. As such virus dwells within a body, kept normally in check by immunities, it activates itself with a vengeance whenever the immune system is compromised. A deficiency in levels of calcium can also be partially associated to the propagation of cold sores, prompting an awareness in individuals to act supportively, as well as precautionary, in practicing measures towards home remedies for cold sores.

Prevention:

Individuals can engage home remedies for cold sores in the forms of assurance against the development of such maladies by taking action in the following preventative practices, that include not using the same cups, dishware, glasses, plates, towels or utensils utilized by another individual afflicted with cold sores or fever blisters. Further precautionary measures, in support of home remedies for cold sores, are among such conditions as to avoid oral contact with an individual who is presenting cold sores or fever blisters, as in face-to-face contact or kissing.

Another preventative practice, in precautionary measures amid home remedies for cold sores for the fostering of an immediate reoccurrence of cold sores or fever blisters is to toss and replace the afflicted individual's toothbrush following an outbreak of herpes simplex.

Home Remedies

Where immunity has been challenged by herpes simplex, individuals should come to the defense with home remedies for cold sores, by giving their immune systems some artillery through a natural formulation.

Durations of the existence of an outbreak of cold sores and fever blisters can range upwards of from ten to fourteen days.

Ice It: Upon the initial presenting of a cold sore or fever blister, a home remedies for cold sores in such instance is in the application of ice, for periods of five to ten minutes during each hour of the initial outbreak. Such aggressive practice will cease both pain and increased progression.

Tea Bags: Another approach to a home remedies for cold sores during the early phase, is to apply a compress of a tea bag, at intervals lasting from five to ten minutes every hour. This approach to such method of treatment as a home remedies for cold sores is in the tannic acid within the tea leaves antiviral benefits towards the prevention of increased development.

Herbal Treatments: Consolidate the same amounts of burdock, Echinacea, lomatium, oats and tinctures of calendula to be orally ingested in the quantity of a half of a teaspoon four to five times daily.

Protect from the sun: Upon the afflicted being out in the sun while presenting cold sores or fever blisters, the individual, among home remedies for cold sores should apply some form of a sunscreen-type protective agent on their lips to prevent intensified effects of such condition.

About The Author

Dr John Anne is an herbal specialist with years of experience and extensive research on herbs and alternative health. Visit Benefits of Proteins at http://www.healthvitaminsguide.com - Information on Vitamins, Minerals and Amino Acids. Also visit Leucine Benefits and Deficiency

The following essential oils are helpful home remedies for cold sores:

Bergamot: Its aroma is uplifting, spicy, sweet; like orange and lemons with floral overtones - .citrus spice with a high floral note. Inhaled, it relaxes the nervous system and acts as a digestive. Also used as an expectorant, gargle for a sore throat, inhaled for anxiety and depression, used for a variety of skin problems. It may be used as an inhalation for respiratory tract infections such as tonsilitis and bronchitis. It is a valuable antiseptic for the urinary tract and infections and inflammation such as cystitis.

Combined with tea tree,* it is used as a treatment for cold sores, chicken pox and shingles. Used in douches and sitz baths, bergamot oil has proved successful in gonococcal infections, leucorrhoea, vaginal prurities and urinary infections; add no more than 2-3 drops to some warm water. Its antiseptic properties make it ideal for treating wounds, herpes, acne and oily skin conditions. It is an important ingredient in the classic Eau de Cologne formula. Blends well with chamomile, lavender, neroli and rosemary. Bergamot is a photosensitizer (increases the skin reaction to sunlight and makes it more likely to burn) and the photosensitizing effect can last for several days.

*Tea Tree Essential Oil is toxic to birds and other pets. It has caused paralysis when dosage was too high (and nobody really knows the safe doses for birds. It's best not to use this essential oil around birds)

Anchor Lemon: I personally love to use this essential oil in aroma therapy whenever I feel tired and/or can't concentrate for some reason. Additionally, I love the smell of lemon and it makes the house smell fresh and clean. Below are its properties:

Among its many properties are antacid, antineuralgic, antirheumatic, antiseptic, astringent, bactericide, cicatrizant, diuretic, emollient, insecticide, and laxative. Helps to clear thoughts, helps with concentration, lifts the spirits. Tonic to the circulatory system, liquefies the blood and aids flow, thereby easing pressure on varicose veins. Used to bring down high blood pressure. Counteracts acidity in the body and makes the stomach more alkaline. Eases painful cold sores and herpes. May be helpful with constipation and cellulite. Has a tonic effect on the circulatory system.

Anchor Tea Tree: A "must have" essential oil. It is antibiotic, antiseptic, antiviral, bactericide, cicatrizant, expectorant, fungicide, insecticide and sudorific. Although it may cause irritation on sensitive areas of skin, it can be used straight from the bottle without dilution. Tea tree has extensive applications in medicine and veterinary medicine. However, tea tree oil can cause death in animals and application on pets should be discussed with a qualified veterinarian. In humans, its most important usage is to help the immune system fight off infectious diseases. Activates the white corpuscles to form a defense against invading organisms and helps to shorten the duration of illness.

Indicated for influenza, cold sores, and gingivitis. A series of massage with this oil before surgery will help to fortify the body. Its strong antiviral and germicidal properties are useful in repeated infections. Its fungicidal properties help clear vaginal thrush and is of value with genital infections generally. Alleviates urinary tract problems such as cystitis. Gives relief to itching from chicken pox to rashes caused by insect bites. Said to give some protection against x-ray therapy in breast cancer. It will apparently reduce scarring when applied before treatment as the protective film will guard against very deep penetration of the x-rays. Helps to ease otitis. Reduces pus in infected wounds. Clears blemishes caused by chicken pox and shingles. Useful with minor burns, sores, sunburn, ringworm, warts, tinea, herpes and athletes foot. Helpful with dry conditions of the scalp as well as dandruff.