Prevention
It is estimated that 5 to 10 out of 100 people who have cold sores get them more than five times a year. As you get older, the rate and severity of an outbreak decline, unlike children who can receive them more frequently. Unfortunately, there is no way to get rid of cold sores completely, and they are likely to recur periodically. However, there are measures you can take to reduce your chance of experiencing a cold sore outbreak.
Cold sore prevention tips include: