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How to Relieve Oral Herpes Symptoms

Oral herpes is an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. The virus causes painful sores on the lips, gums, tongue, roof of the mouth and inside of the cheeks. It also can cause symptoms, such as fever and muscle aches. There is no cure for oral herpes, but there are many different ways to treat the symptoms.

Things You'll Need

  • Garlic
  • Topic antiseptic
  • Ice pack or ice cubes
  • Acetaminophen or ibuprofen
  • Plenty of fluids
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Instructions

  1. Relieve Oral Herpes Symptoms

    • 1

      Use acetaminophen or ibuprofen for fever and muscle aches.

    • 2

      Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.

    • 3

      Obtain a topical anesthetic from your doctor, which may be prescribed to relieve pain.

    • 4

      Seek oral or IV medication if symptoms are extreme. This treatment exists for herpes but is not recommended for people with a normal immune system. It is used only for people with weakened immune systems, infants younger than 6 weeks, or people with severe disease.

    • 5

      Apply ice to your blisters to relieve pain and swelling that may occur in conjunction with an outbreak.

    • 6

      Make a recipe with extra garlic added to it. Garlic works as a strong infection fighter, and can help reduce the symptoms of oral herpes outbreaks.

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