[CH] Not a lovely subject: Cold sores.

Mark Barringer (mdogdrum@earthlink.net)
Fri, 14 Dec 2001 22:58:25 -0500

Now I know I have posted in awhile, and the subject matter here is not a
very pleasant one, but I need to ask you all a question.

I get a cold sore maybe once every winter on average.  I have had one for
about a week now, but it is healing.

Last night, while watching me each a plate of nachos completely laden with
"Road To Hell" hot sauce, my mom made the following comment: "Maybe you
should cut back on eating all that hot stuff because the acid will not help
the cold sore on your lip."

Is my mom's comment true?  Should I cut back, at least until the thing heals
completely?  Any observations are greatly appreciated.