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What Makes Cold Sores Flare Up ?

Cold sores are one of the few viruses which are difficult to terminate and stay permanently in the human body. When a person gets infected with the herpes simplex virus - 1, he suffers from recurrent outbreaks from the virus residing in the group of nerve cells called ganglion.

 

The virus enters the body when the immune system is weak and stays in the ganglion permanently causing frequent outbreaks of cold sores.

Herpes simplex virus causes outbreaks whenever the respective immune system is weak. Stress being one of the biggest factors which triggers a flare up of the cold sores. Weak immune system is the main cause for the invasion of these viruses. Poor dietary pattern also triggers an outbreak of cold sores. There are a number of precautions one can take if one gets infected.

One should maintain a strong and healthy immune system. Keeping the right balance between the amino acids, lysine and arginine also cause the flare up of the cold sores. Out of these amino acids, arginine is usually the reason for frequent flare ups.

Consuming a vitamin rich diet helps to build a strong immune system. In majority of the cases, infection occurs in the population at an early age, leading to frequent out breakups throughout the life an especially during pregnancy. During pregnancy the hormonal levels in the body fluctuates leading to a weak immune system and triggering the virus to resurface with symptoms again.

Cold sores during menstruation and pregnancy are quite common in woman. In fact, it is often considered as a common sign of pregnancy. So, it is very important to stay healthy and stress-free, and always apply sunscreen when exposed to harsh weather conditions.

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