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Ointments and remedies for cold sores in babies

Canker sores in babies, also known as stomatitis, are characterized by small sores in the mouth, generally yellowish in the center and reddish on the outside, which can appear on the tongue, roof of the mouth, inside the cheeks, on the gums, at the bottom of the baby’s mouth or throat. Normally, canker sores disappear […]

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Cold sores during pregnancy: symptoms and treatment

Cold sores during pregnancy: symptoms and treatment

Cold sores during pregnancy are normal, as there is a weakening of the pregnant woman’s immune system, which leads to the appearance of herpes sores in the mouth, which can be itchy and painful. Cold sores during pregnancy do not pass to the baby and do not harm their health, but they must be treated […]

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Cold sores during pregnancy: symptoms and treatment

Cold sores during pregnancy are normal, as there is a weakening of the pregnant woman’s immune system, which leads to the appearance of herpes sores in the mouth, which can be itchy and painful. Cold sores during pregnancy do not pass to the baby and do not harm their health, but they must be treated […]

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Vaginal sores: what they could be (and what to do)

Vaginal sores: what they could be (and what to do)

Wounds in the vagina or vulva can arise for a variety of reasons, and can mainly occur due to friction during sexual intercourse, allergies to clothing or sanitary pads or as a result of hair removal done without much care. However, these wounds can also be indicative of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), such as genital […]

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Ointments and remedies for cold sores in babies

Ointments and remedies for cold sores in babies

Canker sores in babies, also known as stomatitis, are characterized by small sores in the mouth, generally yellowish in the center and reddish on the outside, which can appear on the tongue, roof of the mouth, inside the cheeks, on the gums, at the bottom of the baby’s mouth or throat. Normally, canker sores disappear […]

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Frequent canker sores: 7 main causes and what to do

Frequent canker sores: 7 main causes and what to do

Canker sores are small lesions that can appear in the mouth, tongue or throat and make speaking, eating and swallowing very uncomfortable. The cause for the appearance of frequent mouth ulcers is not yet well understood, but some situations may favor their appearance, such as low immunity, consumption of very acidic foods or use of […]

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Cold sores: what it is, symptoms, causes and treatment

Cold sores: what it is, symptoms, causes and treatment

Cold sores is an infection caused by the virus herpes simplex which causes blisters or sores in the mouth, usually in the lip region, lasting around 10 days and can cause tingling, pain and/or itching in the region where they appear. Cold sores are highly contagious as they are caught through direct contact, as can […]

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11 home remedies for cold sores

11 home remedies for cold sores

Home remedies for cold sores, such as licorice tea or thyme infusion, for example, have antiviral, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antioxidant and healing effects, which help to alleviate the symptoms of cold sores such as itching, burning sensations, redness and swelling. Cold sores are an infection caused by the virus Herpes simplex which is typically transmitted through […]

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5 ointments for cold sores (and how to use them)

5 ointments for cold sores (and how to use them)

Ointments for cold sores, such as acyclovir or penciclovir, help reduce the multiplication of the virus Herpes simplexfacilitating the healing of blisters, preventing the formation of new wounds, reducing itching and relieving pain. In this way, the ointments accelerate the recovery of mouth wounds, which generally last around 7 to 10 days, and can be […]

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Treatment for cold sores: remedies and home options

Treatment for cold sores: remedies and home options

To cure cold sores more quickly, reduce pain, discomfort and the risk of infecting other people, you can apply an antiviral ointment every 2 hours as soon as symptoms of itching, pain or blisters begin to appear. In addition to ointments, there are also small stickers that can cover wounds, preventing the spread of herpes […]

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