Cold sores (aka fever blisters) are just plain unwelcome. It's relatively expensive for a relatively small tube, but it lasts quite a while and it works wonders. Used to think I got cold sores. The precursors: Around the time I started taking supplements. 6 years ago. Also, Lysine supplements if the problem persists. I like the solution above. They are tiny, fluid-filled blisters on and around your lips. More Agressive treatments- I have found that these can shorten the time and lessen the overall size of the outbreak. My lip is so swollen, you'd think I'm giving half duckface. I have had cold sores all my life (I'm 38 and currently have 3). As well, they are a virus and you could spread them. Then I pooped it using warm water and after I popped it, it doesn't itch anymore. Since it is oral it most likely is caused by HSV1. I risked spreading it to make it go away faster, which I found popping the blisters did. At first tingle start taking Lysine tablets. the theory is that this kills the virus and stops it from reproducing. Tell your girl about your herpes if you haven't already. Cold sores usually heal in two to four weeks without leaving a scar.Cold sores spread from person to person by close contact, such as kissing. When one pops up on your lip or mouth, you probably immediately think: What's the fastest way to get rid of this thing? You are still contagious during this phase. I just found out last week that I tested positive for hsv1 and 2. 3.) While dealing with an active breakout there are a few things to keep in mind to avoid spreading it to others and to other parts of your body. I have been dealing with them for over 8 years and have it down to a process that gets rid of them pretty quick. Before I realised it was a cold sore I made a cardinal mistake and tried to pop it i thought it was a pimple. "Herpes simplex virus — the virus that causes cold sores — is incredibly contagious, and infection with the virus is really common," says Dr. Donald … I had that tingling feeling a couple days ago, though the monster hadn't reared its ugly head yet. I have cold sores and they used to bother me for days or even weeks at a time. Cold sores are sometimes called oral herpes because they are caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). However, if you pick at a cold sore or pop it open, there’s a risk it may leave a permanent scar near or on your lips — especially if an open cold sore takes in bacteria and becomes infected, which can cause bleeding and lasting skin damage. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, Press J to jump to the feed. I put alum on them once they get to the point where it's just kind of a hole in your cheek or wherever. not sure if i have a cold sore or just a blister from popping my small lip pimple too hard. My bf and I both get cold sores and i’m pretty sure we have the same strain because he definitely started getting cold sores because of me. This early stage is where you are contagious. If your blister begins to scab without issue that is an excellent sign. Question is, am I making it worse, and has anyone else done this?? Popping a cold sore can be tempting, especially when you have one that’s highly visible and uncomfortable. If you have a cold sore, avoid having oral sex until you get it treated completely. Hi there, I had my first cold sore in mid XXXXXXX The blister was a good size I can see filled .....and today it looked like this (in the picture). I know it is embarrassing, but you can't hide it because you don't want to give it to her. What is a cold sore? It seems like once a year or so I get around to doing a blog post on cold sores, so here's one for 2012. Not only will it help get rid. This keeps it dehydrated. Then use the alcohol on a q-tip and rub it on the area. Second, I appreciate the advice; my googling told me about the eye risk (which has me freaked out), but I had no idea it could go to my chin or nose. Listed below are possible side effects of popping a cold sore: You will experience intense pain. Popped or not, cold sores are contagious until the sores have completely scabbed over. Last night, I noticed a cold sore on my lower lip that looked like ed a pimple and this morning there was pus coming out.