Not every cold sore is triggered by the same thing. But experts agree that there are several common factors that are likely causes for those untimely eruptions. Knowing what triggers cold sores in general can help you be more proactive about identifying your own personal triggers and then taking the necessary steps to manage your cold sore outbreaks…including using ABREVA® when you feel that first tingle to attack the cold sore deep within the skin, where it starts.
Like stress and illness, fatigue can weaken your body's immune system, creating a situation that increases your potential for a cold sore episode. In today's hectic world, it sometimes seems that fatigue is something we learn to live with. But for cold sore sufferers, it's worth trying to keep fatigue under control.
Tips on managing fatigue...
You know when you're stressed out. But did you know that the stress goes beyond your emotional state and affects your body? Stress can wreak havoc with your immune system, allowing the dormant cold sore virus to resurface.
Tips on managing stress...
Exposure to extremely cold weather and wind can dry out your lips and the sensitive area around your mouth. This exposure can trigger a cold sore.
Tips to protect against the cold...
Sure, they're called cold sores, but they're often triggered by the sun. Sunlight and ultraviolet (UV) rays can damage skin and trigger cold sores.
Tips to protect against UV rays...
In women, hormonal changes due to menstruation can trigger cold sores. And while we can't control these changes, we can do things to help keep our body strong.
Tips on managing hormonal changes...
Trauma to your mouth or lips can also trigger a cold sore episode. This trauma may come from an injury to your mouth or it may come after you've been to the dentist for prolonged work that pulls at the sensitive area around your mouth.
Tips on managing lip trauma...
A fever, a cold or the flu can leave you feeling run-down and weaken your body's immune system. And a weakened immune system can lead to a cold sore episode.
Tips to protect against illness...
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