How to Naturally Heal Cold Sores on Children

Cold sores are painful blisters that usually appear in and around the mouth. They are caused by the herpes virus and can easily pass between children and adults. They may ooze, bleed or develop a yellow crust during their course. If your child is affected by cold sores, you can help alleviate the symptoms using natural remedies. These treatments relieve the pain and discomfort of herpes blisters and may shorten the duration of the breakout. Dosage will recommend on the age of your child so speak to your doctor prior to beginning treatment.

Things You'll Need

• Sunblock, SPF 15 or higher
• Lysine cream
• Vitamin C
• Yogurt
• Tea tree oil
• Cotton pad

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Instructions

• 1

  Bring your child to the doctor for diagnosis and recommendations. Tell your doctor about triggers, frequency and the duration of breakouts. He will be able to recommend medications or treatment specific to your child's conditions.

• 2

  Apply sunblock to your child's exposed skin before she heads outside. UV rays are a common trigger for cold sores, so keep your child's skin protected.

• 3

  Apply lysine cream directly to the affected area. Lysine is a naturally-occurring amino acid found in eggs, cheese, fish and red meat. It has been shown effective in relieving the symptoms associated with cold sores. Find the cream at your local pharmacy.

• 4

  Administer a vitamin C supplement daily to boost your child's immune system. A strong immune system is better equipped to fight off infection and heal cold sores quicker.

• 5

  Include a yogurt with live bacterial cultures in your child's daily diet. Probiotics have been shown to help build immunity and ward off infection.

• 6

  Apply a drop of tea tree oil to a cotton pad; then hold on the blister for 60 seconds. Tea tree oil is antiseptic and antiviral. It is most effective in the early stages of blister development.