Toddler Cold Sore Or Pimple. While pimples can usually be solved using topical creams facial washes and retinoid medication cold sores are the result of a virus and can be treated using valacyclovir. Also known as fever blisters cold sores are painful blisters caused by the herpes simplex virus HSV and occur on the lips tongue or face and roof of the mouth.
They remain contagious until completely healed. However there are oral and topical medications that can relieve your childs discomfort. Parents can take the following measures to reduce the risk of cold in toddlers.
Developing in a cluster cold sores contain a highly infectious fluid.
Call a GP or your health visitor straight away if your baby. Young children are particularly susceptible to the virus that causes these painful lesions. While outdoors you may use. If its a first-time outbreak a cold sore can also come with headaches sore throats and even muscles aches.
