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How to Stop a Cold Sore in Its Tracks Naturally

A close-up of a person applying antiviral cream to a tingling lip with a clock in the background, illustrating the importance of timing to stop a cold sore in its tracks.

  In Brief Safety: Most topical treatments are very safe but prescription oral antivirals require medical oversight. Effectiveness: Extremely high effectiveness if treatment begins during the initial tingling stage before a blister forms. Key Benefit: Intervening early can significantly shorten…