How do you keep cold sores away? Does lysine, abreva, or spf lip balm help?
WarmFalcon28 · 1h ago · 1 upvotes
I get a fever blister every time I am stressed or out in the sun too long, and I am tired of only reacting after it shows up. I keep abreva on hand but I would rather focus on prevention in the first place. For those of you managing hsv outbreaks, what daily habits actually help you, things like lysine, spf lip protection, or avoiding chapped lips?
3 replies
BraveFox281h ago
Wearing a lip balm with spf every single day made the biggest difference for me, since sun exposure was my main trigger. I also try not to let my lips get chapped in winter because cracked skin seemed to invite trouble.
AlpineCedar871h ago
For me it comes down to sleep and stress, when I run myself down I notice tingles more often. A lot of people here also take lysine as part of their routine, might be worth asking your doctor if it fits for you.
Alex (Labisan)1h ago
Staying hydrated and keeping a consistent routine helped me more than any single product. I still keep abreva in my bag just in case, but focusing on overall wellness has meant fewer surprises.
