Home Remedies
There are many home remedies that can help ease pain and discomfort associated with herpes blisters.
Some home remedies you can apply to sores include:
- A warm or cold compress
- A paste of baking soda or cornstarch and water
- A mixture of crushed garlic and olive oil
- Aloe vera[5]
- Tea tree, eucalyptus, or peppermint oil (always dilute with a carrier oil first)
Conclusion
Herpes simplex also known as HSV is a viral infection that causes oral and genital herpes and can happen to anyone. It is sometimes asymptomatic, meaning it shows no symptoms. For this reason, regular check-ups are important especially if you think you have contracted the virus. Although there is no particular cure, there are treatment options that can help ease pain and relieve symptoms.
Reference:
[1]https://www.who.int/
[2]https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/10880-fever
[3]https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15219-swollen-lymph-nodes
[4]https://www.cdc.gov/std/treatment-guidelines/screening-recommendations.htm
[5]https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/318591