I've had good results using L-lysine tablets taken at the first hint of a cold sore. It seems that this particular amino acid stops the spread of the infection. This was suggested on this list a few years ago and confirmed by my dentist. He said that the only problem is knowing when to take it....too late and you still get a blister (but it doesnt spread). After 50+ years of cold sores I KNOW when to take it! Paul
----- Original Message ----- From: "Robert Fagan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'The Horn List'" <horn@music.memphis.edu> Sent: Sunday, January 23, 2005 7:54 AM Subject: RE: [Hornlist] Cold Sores Hi, I'm another cold-sore sufferer and a microbiologist too... The only thing that will definitely work is the antiviral drug acyclovir (sold in Ireland and probably elsewhere as "Zovirax" cream) If you catch a cold-sore early this can prevent a blister forming and will speed up the healing anyway. Unfortunately now that you've had one you will more than likely have periodic reoccurrences so it'd be a good idea to buy some Zovirax anyway and use it if you ever get any strange tingling/swelling in your lip in future. As for playing, it's very important not to break the skin when you have a cold-sore because it then takes MUCH longer to heal. If the blister has already split then all you can do is try to avoid irritating it more and wait for it to heal. But please be very conscious of the fact that the virus which causes cold-sores is highly contagious so don't let anyone else touch your mouthpiece/glass/cup/towel etc..... and remember that the virus can infect other parts of your own body as well so try not to touch it with your fingers and wash your hands well if you do! Sorry if that's not particularly cheerful advice but cold-sores do get a lot easier to deal with after a while and it is possible that you may be one of the lucky few who never have a reoccurrence. Robert A friend will help you move, a good friend will help you move a body. Robert Fagan Moyne Institute, Trinity College, Dublin 2, Ireland [EMAIL PROTECTED] +353 1 6081817 -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Karl Feinauer Sent: 21 January 2005 23:57 To: horn@music.memphis.edu Subject: [Hornlist] Cold Sores What is the best way to deal with a cold sore and get in daily practice at the same time? Unfortunately, this is my first cold sore and it is right on the top of my lip where the mouthpiece goes. Any advice on how to prevent the spread of infection, get rid of the sore, or just subdue the pain while I practice? Thanks. -Karl Feinauer _______________________________________________ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lotp%40comcast.net _______________________________________________ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
