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Cold sores, or fever blisters, are a common viral infection. They are tiny, fluid-filled blisters on and around the lips. These blisters are often grouped together in patches. After the blisters break, a scab forms that can last several days. Cold sores usually heal in 2 to 3 weeks without leaving a scar. More @Wikipedia
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- Mayo Clinic Q and A: Myths about catching a coldCold ice cream can soothe a sore throat, and probiotics in yogurt can help alleviate stomach upset if you are taking antibiotics for an infection. Check with your primary health care provider or pharmacist to get a list of foods you should avoid with medications.
- Common cold - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo ClinicThe science isn't clear on alternative cold remedies such as vitamin C, echinacea and zinc. Because studies of alternative cold remedies in children are limited, these remedies are most often not recommended for use in children. Here's an update on some popular choices: Vitamin C. Taking vitamin C is unlikely to prevent the common cold.
- Common cold - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicTypical signs and symptoms include earaches or the return of a fever following a common cold. Asthma. A cold can trigger wheezing, even in people who don't have asthma. For people with asthma, a cold can make it worse. Sinusitis. In adults or children, a common cold that lasts a while can lead to swelling and pain in the sinuses.
- Mayo Clinic Q and A: Does vitamin C help us when we’re sick?Some limited research shows that vitamin C may prevent the duration of a virus, such as the common cold. So, if your cold lasts a week, taking vitamin C may reduce it by 13 hours, which isn't all that significant based on a few limited studies. Consult with your healthcare team to decide what's best for you.
- Cold remedies: What works, what doesn't, what can't hurtCold and cough medicines in young children. Cold and cough medicine you can get without a prescription can harm children. Do not give any cough and cold medicines to children under age 4 years. Talk with your child's healthcare professional before giving any medicines to children ages 4 to 6 years.
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