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2. Cold Compresses
On the other hand, you can go in the complete opposite direction by working with a cold compress. Much like with other sources of pain, an ice pack or a clean and soft washcloth that is filled with ice can be applied directly to the area that is affected by the sore. There is no limit to the number of times the cold compresses can be applied to the affected area, so people with herpes may use this technique as many times as they wish to in a single day. This is another incredibly simple, yet effective way of managing symptoms.
