Ice a Cold Sore
As soon as you feel a cold sore coming on, apply ice to the area, say experts at Case Western Reserve University. Put an ice cube in a handkerchief and hold the cube on the area for 15 seconds, then off for 15 seconds. Continue alternating for 15 minutes. Doing this may prevent a blister from forming.
Publication Source:
Vitality magazine
Online Source:
Case Western Reserve University
http://www.case.edu/
Online Editor:
Sinovic, Dianna
Online Medical Reviewer:
Godsey, Cynthia M.S., M.S.N., APRN
Online Medical Reviewer:
Lambert, J.G. M.D.
Date Last Reviewed:
2/22/2005
Date Last Modified:
2/22/2005