I Accidentally Popped A Core Sore On My Lip And

Posted on Fri, 27 Sep 2019

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Question : I accidentally popped a core sore on my lip and I want to know what I should do now to stop it from spreading or infecting it further.

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Use oral antivirals

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and here is my advice.

Popping a cold sore is not a good idea because it may make the spreading faster. You can use antiviral creams and ointments over it such Abreva found over the counter.
You can go to your doctor in order to take prescription oral antivirals.
Oral antivirals can make healing easy and stop from spreading and formation of other sores . Take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain.

Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (26 minutes later)

I actually accidentally popped it as I was applying abreva and wasn't sure if i could apply abreva over it open like that so thank you for answering!

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
You may put Abreva over it.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and thank you for asking.
You can use Abreva over it even if is an open sore.

Avoid touching it often.
Wishing you good health.

Best regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee