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Cold sores – possible causes of an attack
General stress, fatigue and tiredness.
Colds or other viruses that lower the body’s immune system.
Emotional upset.
The onset of menstruation and changes in hormone levels.
Seasonal changes in weather.
Symptoms
Symptoms can be different for everyone.
You may have no symptoms or have trivial symptoms such as a small spot which you
do not realise is even a cold sore.
Outbreaks may start with a tingling sensation around the mouth, chin, nose or other
areas of the face before the blister appears.
For most people cold sores can disappear within a week to 10 days.
Some Helpful Tips
Drink plenty of water, so that your lips don’t dehydrate.
Try to avoid sharing lip-gloss with friends as this is a guaranteed way to spread the cold
sore infection.
Try to avoid touching the cold sore as this can spread the virus to other parts of the body.
Wash your hands after touching the cold sore.
Avoid sharing cups, towels or other objects with anyone - and don’t kiss anyone!
Essential Information
Cymex Cream contains a great unique combination of Urea, Cetrimide,
Dimeticone & Chlorocresol. It is this unique formulation which makes it
suitable to treat cold sores & cracked lips.
Apply sparingly every hour.
For external use only.
