So I’m about a week into my first ever oral herpes outbreak. Without sounding dramatic it’s been nothing short of awful!
The ulcers in my mouth are starting to heal apart from a few on my tongue that are still sore.
I had a small sore on my lip which has nearly healed but I stupidly, before I knew what it was, touched the sore and then touched an area of broken skin on my chin.
So hey presto! I have a huge one on my chin too.
this is by far what is bothering me the most. It’s formed a huge thick yellow scab on it which sticks out like a sore thumb!
I’m taking anti virals but I think started them too late. My question is- do I leave the scab and hope it falls off soon or is it best to soften it?
I really want to get rid of it but no sign of it improving yet and scab seems very well attached still.
Any advice very welcome!
Thank you