How to Pop Cold Sore Blisters

Cold sores are fluid-filled lesions that commonly occur around the mouth. Cold sores are also known as fever blisters, caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1. If you have had cold sores before, you may notice a tingling sensation on your lip before the formation of the cold sore. Within a few days, a red blister will appear. Cold sores can be painful and unsightly. Popping a cold sore can drain the fluid. By draining the fluid, the cold sore is able to dry out and heal more quickly.

Instructions

• 1

  Wash your hands. Before popping a cold sore, wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds. Washing your hands will help prevent infection.

• 2

  Position your thumbs on both sides of the sold sore. Squeeze at the base of the cold sore until you notice fluid. Continue to squeeze until all of the fluid is out of your cold sore.

• 3

  Wipe the fluid away, using a tissue or a cotton ball.

• 4

  Moisten a cotton ball with alcohol and wipe the affected area to help cut down the risk of infection.

• 5

  Apply cornstarch to the affected area. Leave the cornstarch on for a few minutes. This will help dry out the cold sore.

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  Apply ice. Applying ice to the cold sore can help reduce redness. Hold an ice cube wrapped in a tissue on the affected area for a few minutes.

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  Wash your hands again with soap and warm water after touching your cold sore.