I contracted the herpes cold sore virus as a young child.
Cold sores on my lips, philtrum and nostrils have been the bane of my life.
Mine are triggered by other viruses (eg when I have a cold), hormones (often when I have my period), extreme stress or tiredness (say no more) and sunlight.
I have used many different conventional and complementary medicines. I think I am quite an expert at managing them. I just wish I could be cured of them They really do drag me down. Not only do they hurt, they also look disgusting and for me they are a permanent reminder of my past.
How do others deal with them? Either physically or emotionally?
TIA
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Cold sores - aaaaaaaaarrrrrrrrrrrggggggggggghhhhhhhhhh
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naswm · 25/01/2009 19:32
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