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The prevention of cold sore can be broken into to categories: prevention of contracting the herpes simplex virus and; preventing cold sore outbreaks if you have the herpes simplex virus. The first category deals with the transmission risks of the virus and the second category deals with avoiding triggers, staying healthy and using natural preventative medicines.

Here are some preventative measures to avoid contracting HSV:

• Avoid coming into direct or indirect contact with someone showing symptoms of the HSV virus (cold sores or genital sores).
  
  
• Avoid sharing fomites (inanimate objects on which the virus can live for a short time) such as towels or utensils
  
  
• If you have children, a common method of wiping their face is licking your finger and using your hand. Instead, use a napkin and clean water. (Remember, you can have HSV and not show symptoms)

Below are ways to avoid triggers that can cause cold sore outbreaks:

• Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun. If prolonged exposure in unavoidable, make sure to use a UV protectant lip balm on your lips such as Lip Clear Coldstick with SPF 21.
  
  
• Always find ways to reduce stress. Stress is the number 1 trigger of cold sore outbreaks. Some examples of stress relief include finding someone to confide in and talk to, reducing workload, spas and massages, or taking a vacation (don’t forget your lip balm!)
  
  
• Good eating habits and good nutrition not only helps you feel better but also raises your immune system. If your immune system is strong, is has an easier time keeping the herpes simplex virus in check, lessening the chances of an outbreak.
  
  
• As much as possible, avoid irritation of the mouth. Avoid touching or scratching your lips or chewing your fingernails
  
  
• Use natural, ongoing treatment: Lysine, which can also be used as a reactive treatment, can be used for prolonged treatment. Lysine tablets, such as Super Lysine+^® tablets, are available for daily ingestion, and can prevent outbreaks or reduce the frequency of outbreaks. Lysine is natural and has no adverse side effects.

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