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Is it true that you get cold sores faster in the summer?

Is it true that you get cold sores faster in the summer?

Those annoying cold sores always seem to break through when you're on vacation. Coincidence, or…?

No, it is not a coincidence
Sunlight is an important factor in a cold sore outbreak † The risk of a lip blister during your holiday is therefore indeed greater.

Tips to reduce the risk of cold sores
– Use lip balm with spf. Make sure that only you use the lip balm.
– Wear a hat or cap to protect your face from the sun. Do you suffer from the herpes virus in your eye? Then protect your eyes with sunglasses.
– Make sure you pack a cold sore remedy in your suitcase. Start using as soon as you notice the first signs of a cold sore feels.

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