Cough treatment

 

If you are wondering what is the best way to cure a cold sore then chances are good that your first question would be whether you should try using over the counter cough treatment. Many people who have suffered with a cold sore in the past have actually turned to this type of therapy before they had any success curing their cold sore from home. The reason they turned to these products was because the over the counter medications they bought simply did not work. It is true that over the counter medications are effective at treating the symptoms but do they truly cure the infection?

The answer to that question will depend on how quickly you want to clear your cold sore. It is true that most of the treatments out there can clear up most cases within just days and some people have even cleared up their infection in just hours. This is good news for those who are looking to get their cold sore relief without spending a fortune on a cold sore treatment. However, the biggest problem with these types of products is that they usually take time to work.

Another major problem with over the counter products when it comes to cough treatment is that most of them come with many side effects. In fact most of them will give you headaches, stomach pains, fatigue, or even dizziness. Some people have even experienced the dreaded flu or cold symptoms while taking a cold sore treatment. Now do you really think that a product that has these types of side effects will actually work to cure your cold sore?

This is why many people have started choosing natural treatments for their cold sores. One of the main reasons why this is a great choice is because you can treat your cold sore right at home and no one else has to know about your treatment. When you find a natural remedy that works well for you and your type of cold sore, then you will be able to keep a secret and not worry about anyone finding out.

One very effective natural cough treatment is to simply drink warm water. You may have already heard this tip but if you haven't yet you should. Drinking cold water throughout the day will help to hydrate your throat which in turn will help to reduce the amount of mucus that accumulates in your throat.

Another thing that people often forget to do is to eat food that is good for their digestive system, because these are some of the most common symptoms that they suffer with. Some people also fail to eat foods like carrots, apples, celery, and broccoli. These types of foods are full of the nutrients that are needed by the immune system to fight off the infection. Foods that contain the right nutrients for the immune system are much better than junk food because they are much more beneficial.

Another thing that can be done to cure a cold sore quickly is to use an ice pack on the affected area. This is an old wives tale that seems to be working quite well for some people because it is effective. However, I do advise that you seek medical advice before trying this treatment because using an ice pack can actually cause the virus to become worse. A cold pack or two can also help to speed up the healing process because it will numb the area making it easier to heal.

Using an over the counter medication does not guarantee that you will be able to clear your cold sore with a natural cough treatment. When you use an over the counter product, it is important that you try to use a few different products so that you can find one that suits you. Also, you should find out which natural cough treatment is best for you.