acne, sensitive skin and cold sores
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Re: acne, sensitive skin and cold sores
Hi There,
I am not aware of any ingredients that flare cold sores., however products that are very greasy can block pores and can exacerbate acne.
If you are having repeated flares of cold sores then you may benefit from discussing with your GP the pros and cons of a low dose of aciclovir orally twice a day. Treatments can then be directed at your acne knowing that the cold sores are under better control.
I hope this helps
I am not aware of any ingredients that flare cold sores., however products that are very greasy can block pores and can exacerbate acne.
If you are having repeated flares of cold sores then you may benefit from discussing with your GP the pros and cons of a low dose of aciclovir orally twice a day. Treatments can then be directed at your acne knowing that the cold sores are under better control.
I hope this helps
Dr Jonathan Bowling FRCP
Consultant Dermatologist
Oxford
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Consultant Dermatologist
Oxford
http://www.mydermatologist.co.uk
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