Cold sores nightmare?

The next time at the first spotting of a cold sore, you'll laugh, but dab them with Preparation H, from a new tube of course. I am not joking. The Preparation H is for shrinking and it will shrink them. You might even try it now and see if it helps the swelling you have. I don't believe they are from stress because they are viral. Has your stomach been upset lately? If so that's where they came from. You might also apply some ice to them for the swelling. For now keep them moistened with Vaseline. It will take care of the crusty look. Wishing you the very best sir and I hope they are gone by Monday. If they are there just a little, use a cover up on them.